Commodities (Non-Construction)

Non-construction refers to goods, services, and supplies not tied to construction or facility installation. This includes activities such as planning, design, engineering, financing, maintenance, and the manufacturing or furnishing of movable equipment. These services support projects without directly altering permanent building structures or physical infrastructure. Some examples:

• Furniture
• Vehicles
• Office supplies
• IT systems
• Landscaping
• Consulting
• Professional expertise (legal, financial)

Construction

Construction refers to building, altering, renovating, or repairing physical structures and infrastructure, focusing on permanent improvements to tangible property.

• New construction and renovations
• Repairs and remodeling
• Roadwork and drainage
• Excavation
• Water main replacement
• Other site or structure improvements

We are committed to increasing contracting opportunities for Minority and Women Business Enterprises (M/WBE) and Small Local Business Enterprises (SLBE). On all City projects above a certain dollar amount, the Civil Rights and Equal Opportunity (CREO) Department assigns goals for the participation of certified M/WBE.

Minority and Women Business Enterprise (M/WBE) Program

This refers to a for-profit business that is at least 51% owned, managed, and controlled by one or more individuals from qualifying minority groups (MBE) or women (WBE). The participation goal applies to non-construction contracts over $160,000 and to construction contracts over $300,000. Anything under these amounts is evaluated by CREO to decide whether M/WBE involvement is appropriate.

• Read the M/WBE certification details and requirements for more information.
  
  
• View our directory of certified M/WBE companies verified by the City. 

Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE)  

This program is designed to promote small, local businesses in the Kansas City area. It is open to participants without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national, or ethnic origin, age, or disability. If eligible, this can be used in conjunction with the M/WBE program.

The Surplus Property Office manages the reuse, redistribution, and sale of equipment, furniture, vehicles, and other items that City departments no longer need. Members of the public can purchase surplus items through auctions and sales.

How the Surplus Process Works

• Declare surplus: Departments identify items they no longer need and follow established procedures to declare them surplus.

• Assess and categorize: Items are evaluated for condition and value, then sorted for the appropriate next step.

• Manage data: All surplus items are logged in a central database with details, location, and status.

• Sell or redistribute: Items not reused internally are offered through public or private sales in accordance with all relevant regulations and internal policies regarding surplus disposal and sales.

• Track outcomes: We record each item’s final disposition and return any sale proceeds back to the organization.

Surplus Locations

Main Office
2600 NE Parvin Rd.
Kansas City, MO 64116

Email: surplusops@kcmo.org
Surplus pickup days are every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Kindly allow 24–48 hours for a response