Purchasing

The City of Ontario utilizes PlanetBids™, a fully automated web-based vendor and bid management system. The system simplifies engaging in business activity with the City by providing a searchable online database of current bid opportunities in an easy to use, secure and reliable environment.

Vendors will find that the key features and benefits of BidsOnline™ include the ability to:

• View solicitations including documents, addenda, drawings, bid results, and contract awards online.
• Register as a vendor and manage your profile online. (available to subcontractors, suppliers, plan rooms, etc.)
• Receive automatic e-mail notification of bid opportunities based on category code selections made during registration.
• Download documents at no charge (requires registration) resulting in inclusion on the “Prospective Bidders” list for the project.
• As a Prospective Bidder, submit questions in the bid management system and receive automatic e-mail notification when responses or addenda are issued.
• Submit bids electronically (hardcopy of bids or proposals may also be required).

ACH Authorization Form City of Ontario's Purchase Order Terms and Conditions