City of Carnation bids, RFPs and contracts
Carnation, WashingtonPop. 2,471 · carnationwa.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 17 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 39
- 5 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 10
- None open now
- Contracts
- 2,162
- 461 vendors
The 30-second brief
39 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Carnation's meetings, most in public safety and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Oct 20: At its October 20, 2026 meeting the council authorized an agreement with P&A Civil for the 2026 Sidewalk and ADA Repair Project. The city said it received 11 bids and selected the lowest responsive bidder at $132,260, below the engineer's estimate of $144,825. This is now an awarded public works job, with likely follow-on needs in construction management and closeout.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Parks & Recreation and Transportation.
Latest awards: Kld Associates Inc for carnation Pays KLD Associates for Evacuation Study ($9,295.50, Oct 2026) and Awc Employee Benefit Trust for carnation Pays AWC Trust for Employee Medical Benefits ($11,299.27, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Carnation's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Carnation has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Carnation buys from, taken from council records. 2,162 contracts with 461 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Carnation.
Questions about City of Carnation
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Carnation?
City of Carnation currently works with 461 vendors across contract types including CONSULTING, INSURANCE, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 21 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 City of Carnation?
Small purchases under WA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Carnation include City of Carnation — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Carnation City Council Discusses Budget, Contracts, City Planning, and Flooding, 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 City of Carnation publish RFPs?
City of Carnation publishes formal RFPs on its official website and WA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 10 solicitations from City of Carnation. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Parks & Recreation, Transportation. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Carnation?
At City of Carnation, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. 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 21 decision-makers at City of Carnation.
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What does City of Carnation spend the most on?
Based on 527 tracked contracts, City of Carnation spends most on Capital Projects (185), Parks & Recreation (115), Transportation (85), Public Works (79), and Administration & Finance (63). Contract types include CONSULTING, INSURANCE, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Carnation's current vendors?
City of Carnation currently works with vendors including KLD ASSOCIATES INC, AWC EMPLOYEE BENEFIT TRUST, SNOQUALMIE VALLEY SANITATION LLC, TETRA TECH INC, PAYLOCITY, WASHINGTON TEAMSTERS WELFARE TRUST, GREATAMERICA FINANCIAL SERVICES, USIC LOCATING SERVICES LLC, HANSON TREE SERVICE LLC, and R&A CLEANING SERVICES LLC. These vendors span contract types like CONSULTING, INSURANCE, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is City of Carnation working on?
Based on 2 tracked meetings, City of Carnation is actively discussing: City of Carnation — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Carnation City Council Discusses Budget, Contracts, City Planning, and Flooding. 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.
How many active solicitations does City of Carnation have?
City of Carnation currently has 10 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (185), Parks & Recreation (115), and Transportation (85). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, WA's state portal, and other sources.