Strategic Procurement 101

In this on-demand webinar, see how city leaders use on-call services, piggybacking contracts, and cooperative purchasing to get support in place quickly — without a long RFP. 

Learn how communities handle complaints, staffing gaps, and new development while staying compliant.

Ready to Power Through the Backlog (and Stay Compliant)?

What You'll Learn

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Know When You Need Extra Help

Learn the common signs — complaints, delays, staffing gaps — that show it’s time to bring in support.

Avoid Letting Problems Build Up

See why waiting makes backlogs worse and how early action keeps things manageable.

Use On‑Call Help to Stay Steady

Understand how short-term or emergency on‑call support keeps work moving during busy or understaffed periods.

Use Piggybacking to Move Faster

Learn when piggybacking contracts and groups like OMNIA Partners offer a quicker, compliant path to services.

Pick a Partner Who Fits Your Needs

Know what to look for — certifications, experience, and familiarity with your local building environment.

Prepare Before Starting an RFP

Get a simple way to confirm your real needs and gaps before launching a full public bid.

Featuring Your Hosts

Meet the SAFEbuilt experts sharing their insights in this session:
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Juliana Hoffman

Director of Marketing & Communications, SAFEbuilt

Juliana leads SAFEbuilt’s thought leadership and webinar programming, helping communities navigate growth, limited staffing, and rising service expectations.

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Steve Nero

Vice President of Sales and Customer Success, SAFEbuilt

Steve has been with SAFEbuilt for more than a decade and previously served as a local public servant. He works closely with communities to identify gaps and implement practical service solutions.

Why Timing Makes a Difference

“Communities often wait too long and think the problem will go away. What I’ve seen is the opposite—it compounds. Having the conversation early helps prevent bigger issues.”

     — Steve Nero, Vice President of Sales and Customer Success, SAFEbuilt

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