Burlington Water District bids, RFPs and contracts
Saint Helens, Oregonburlingtonwater.specialdistrict.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 21, 2026
- 17 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 12
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 190
- 71 vendors
- Decision makers
- 5
The 30-second brief
12 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Burlington Water District's meetings, most in information technology and administration & finance. The latest, from Oct 21: The board continued discussion of the BWD 2026-27 Water Rate Study (WRS). Members are weighing whether the City of Portland Water Bureau should co-develop or assist with the study, and whether the study should model city ownership or continued BWD ownership. The board also discussed using the 2025 Master Plan as the basis for infrastructure and maintenance needs. This is still an open planning item tied to future rate and system planning.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Utilities and Public Works.
Latest awards: Nw Natural Water Services (Oct 2026) and Tim Tice for water District Considers Reengaging Tim Tice Rate Consultant (Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Burlington Water District's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Burlington Water District buys from, taken from council records. 190 contracts with 71 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Burlington Water District.
Questions about Burlington Water District
How do I become an approved vendor for Burlington Water District?
Burlington Water District currently works with 71 vendors across contract types including MAINTENANCE, CONSULTING, UTILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and FACILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 5 known contacts at this agency to help you find the right point of entry. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with Burlington Water District?
Small purchases under OR's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Burlington Water District include Burlington Water District — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Burlington Water District — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Burlington Water District — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), suggesting active spending in these areas. The key is timing: reach the right department head while they're still scoping the project, not after the RFP is already live. Monitoring what agencies are discussing and spending on helps you start conversations before the competition.
Where does Burlington Water District publish RFPs?
Burlington Water District publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OR's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Burlington Water District?
At Burlington Water District, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include Board of Directors, and Board Members. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call. Verified contact details are available for 5 decision-makers at Burlington Water District.
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What does Burlington Water District spend the most on?
Based on 216 tracked contracts, Burlington Water District spends most on Capital Projects (104), Utilities (34), Public Works (32), Administration & Finance (29), and Professional Services (17). Contract types include MAINTENANCE, CONSULTING, UTILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and FACILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Burlington Water District's current vendors?
Burlington Water District currently works with vendors including NW NATURAL WATER SERVICES, TIM TICE, CITY OF PORTLAND, ZIMMERMAN, DAN, NORTHWEST NATURAL WATER SERVICES, PGE, NORTHWEST NATURAL, NWNWS, and EXTRA SPACE STORAGE. These vendors span contract types like MAINTENANCE, CONSULTING, UTILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and FACILITIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Burlington Water District working on?
Based on 6 tracked meetings, Burlington Water District is actively discussing: Burlington Water District — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Burlington Water District — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Burlington Water District — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), BWD Meeting: Infrastructure Bids, Security Upgrades, Financial Review, and Burlington Water District Approves Bid & Payment Amendment, Nov 18, 2025. These meeting topics indicate active project areas where the agency is scoping requirements, allocating budget, or evaluating vendors — often 6–18 months before formal RFPs are published.