The Borough of Topton is accepting sealed, signed bids for its 1994 Ford Super Duty, VIN 1FDLF47G9REA28719. The truck has a Telsta bucket and utility body, a working height of 26 to 30 feet, and 187,000 miles; it is being sold as-is, and the bid must be at least $1.00. Bids are due by noon prevailing time on November 2, 2026, and must be marked “BID 1994 Ford Bucket Truck.”
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
187218
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
16
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
2,062
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
42 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
CautiousAggressive
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AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Sole Source:Not supported by past practice—pivot immediately to a cooperative path.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Borough of Topton (PA). There is no evidence of sole source contracting in public records; deprioritize this path. If raised, steer the buyer to a cooperative purchase as the Borough’s established streamlined method.
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The Borough has used cooperative purchasing before (Sourcewell and the Berks County Cooperative Purchasing Council). Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to gain access to the recommended cooperative path.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Borough of Topton
Council Council Meeting
Date: Oct 5, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting included reports from the volunteer fire company regarding their QRS license and radio upgrades, and from the engineer on projects such as Washington Street, water supply well testing, fiber optics, and gas relocation. Additionally, discussions were held on an animal nuisance ordinance, the 2027 budget, and a zoning application for South Home Avenue. Updates were provided on the blight committee's review of a Celia Avenue property and Pennsylvania State Police community dashboard resources.
Council Council Meeting
Date: Sep 8, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council meeting covered several municipal topics, including the establishment of no-parking zones for a local parade and the coordination of trick-or-treat events. Discussions were held with external representatives regarding utility line separations, specifically focusing on cost allocation, dedication of water and sewer lines, and water volume allocations for properties on Home Road. Additionally, the council adopted a resolution to update fee and permit schedules for studio requirements and initiated a project to review and update nuisance ordinances to ensure they reflect current enforcement structures.
Borough Council and Longswamp Township Joint Meeting
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to Borough of Topton.
Who manages procurement and purchasing for the Borough of Topton?
The Borough of Topton's procurement and purchasing are authorized by its elected seven‑member Borough Council; day‑to‑day administrative processing is handled by the Borough Manager/Secretary, with legal review by the Borough Solicitor, engineering review by the contracted engineer, and fiscal oversight by the Borough Treasurer.
Where does the Borough of Topton post bids and RFPs?
The Borough of Topton posts bids, RFPs, and procurement notices on its official website (toptonborough.com), primarily under the News section and the Borough Council agenda and minutes pages; vendors should monitor those pages and Council meeting agendas for solicitations and award actions.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with the Borough of Topton?
Date: Sep 28, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The joint meeting focused on a presentation regarding the development of a new water well for the Borough of Tipton. Engineers outlined the project's background, including geological research, potential well site locations, and the necessity of establishing a non-spring-fed water source to address drought concerns and meet regulatory requirements. Discussion topics included the proposed well's technical specifications, potential impacts on adjoining properties, water quality testing, access and infrastructure plans, and emergency operational protocols. Additionally, the group discussed potential future training facilities and site protection zones relative to the new well infrastructure.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
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Track Borough of Topton meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
Vendors register interest with the Borough of Topton by contacting the Borough Manager's office at Borough Hall (205 S. Callowhill St) or by phone for procurement guidance, submission instructions, and vendor onboarding; vendors seeking COSTARS business must register through the Pennsylvania Supplier Portal.
What products and services does the Borough of Topton procure?
The Borough of Topton routinely procures municipal goods and services including street paving and roadway maintenance, public works services (leaf/brush pickup and chipping), stormwater/MS4 compliance services, trash and recycling hauling, parks maintenance and event support, contracted police/fire/ambulance services, legal and engineering services, and routine administrative supplies.
Does the Borough of Topton use cooperative purchasing like the Pennsylvania COSTARS program?
The Borough of Topton is eligible to use the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania COSTARS cooperative purchasing program administered by the PA Department of General Services, which permits Pennsylvania local governments to purchase supplies and services through state‑managed contracts.
How does the Borough of Topton approve procurement contracts and awards?
The Borough of Topton's elected Borough Council authorizes contracts and awards after committee review; the Borough Manager handles administrative routing, the Borough Solicitor provides legal review, and the Borough Treasurer handles fiscal oversight. Under PA Borough Code §1402, contracts above $18,500 require formal advertisement and competitive bidding.
