Kittitas County bids, RFPs and contracts
WashingtonPop. 48,803 · co.kittitas.wa.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 18 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 102
- 7 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 18
- Contracts
- 3,099
- 1,334 vendors
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102 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Kittitas County's meetings, most in transportation and public safety. The latest, from Oct 20: Sheriff's Office Approves Service Contract for Smiths Detection Equipment.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Safety.
Latest awards: Central Washington University for county Continues Hearing on University Airport Lease (Nov 2026) and 1st Watch Wellness LLC for county to Acknowledge 1st Watch Wellness Agreement (Nov 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Kittitas County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Kittitas County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Kittitas County buys from, taken from council records. 3,099 contracts with 1,334 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Kittitas County.
Questions about Kittitas County
How do I become an approved vendor for Kittitas County?
Kittitas County currently works with 1,334 vendors across contract types including FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 29 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 Kittitas County?
Small purchases under WA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Kittitas County include Kittitas County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Kittitas County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Kittitas County — 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 Kittitas County publish RFPs?
Kittitas County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and WA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 18 solicitations from Kittitas County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Safety. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Kittitas County?
At Kittitas County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Kittitas County Sheriff's Office, Kittitas County Prosecutor’s Office, Civil Division, So. Cle Elum Fire, and Fire. 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 29 decision-makers at Kittitas County.
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What does Kittitas County spend the most on?
Based on 1,754 tracked contracts, Kittitas County spends most on Capital Projects (748), Grants (319), Public Safety (264), Public Works (240), and Environmental Services (183). Contract types include FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Kittitas County's current vendors?
Kittitas County currently works with vendors including CENTRAL WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY, 1ST WATCH WELLNESS LLC, KIMLEY-HORN & ASSOCIATES LLC, WASHINGTON TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMISSION, CITY OF CLE ELUM, KITTITAS COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, ELLENSBURG FAMILY MEDICINE, CALLYO, AXON ENTERPRISE INC, and SMITHS DETECTION. These vendors span contract types like FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, 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 Kittitas County working on?
Based on 23 tracked meetings, Kittitas County is actively discussing: Kittitas County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Kittitas County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Kittitas County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Kittitas County Public Works Meeting: ER&R Rates & Business Incubator, and Kittitas County Commissioners Approve Agreements, Set Public Hearings. 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 Kittitas County have?
Kittitas County currently has 18 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (748), Grants (319), and Public Safety (264). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, WA's state portal, and other sources.