Chester City Council Meeting | July 8, 2026

The City of Chester Council meeting held on July 8, 2026, included several procurement and contracting discussions primarily focused on city infrastructure and public safety projects. The council approved a contract for engineering costs related to the Police Headquarters Project, with a budget not to exceed $20,400, and authorized the preparation of a request for proposal (RFP) or request for quote (RFQ) for general construction services for the same project. Additionally, a change order was approved increasing the contract value for the Public Works building construction to $5,497,840 due to unforeseen site conditions. The council also authorized the sale of two fire apparatus vehicles through auction. Another significant procurement action was the approval to accept a partner for medical and pharmacy program administration services aimed at managing and containing costs without sacrificing quality. The meeting also included the reinstatement of the Chester Parking Authority, reversing a prior termination, and appointing a new board. Several community service recognitions and updates on city beautification and cleanup initiatives were presented, but these did not involve procurement decisions.