Long Beach
City Council
Agenda Item 18
18. 23-0081 Recommendation to receive and file a presentation on the Analysis of\nLocal Preference in Contracting;\nDirect City Attorney to prepare ordinance amending the Long Beach\nMunicipal Code Section 2.84.030, Local Preference, to raise the\npreference cap to $50,000 from $10,000 in determining the lowest\nresponsible bidder for furnishing materials, equipment, supplies, or\nnon-professional services, as applicable; and\nDirect City Manager to develop guidance for City staff to promote and\nprioritize the use of local vendors as practical for purchases within the\ndiscretion of Department Directors and for Requests for Proposals.\n(Citywide)\nOffice or Department: FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT\nSuggested Action: Approve recommendation.