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Bates Technical College bids, RFPs and contracts

Bates Technical College logoTacoma, Washington
Latest contract
Sep 22, 2025
13 months ago
Bids and RFPs
4
None open now
Contracts
7
7 vendors
Decision makers
26

The 30-second brief

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Administration & Finance and Information Technology.

How they buy

Latest awards: Psychology Software Tools ($86,074, Sep 2025) and WATERMARK (Nov 2024).

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Recent bids and RFPs

Solicitations Bates Technical College has posted. None are open right now.

Vendors and contracts

Who Bates Technical College buys from, taken from council records. 7 contracts with 7 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Bates Technical College.

Questions about Bates Technical College

How do I become an approved vendor for Bates Technical College?

Bates Technical College currently works with 7 vendors across contract types including Product, TECHNOLOGY, EQUIPMENT, Policy/Procedure, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 26 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 Bates Technical College?

Small purchases under WA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (145), Administration & Finance (54), and Information Technology (22), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 Bates Technical College publish RFPs?

Bates Technical College publishes formal RFPs on its official website and WA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 4 solicitations from Bates Technical College. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Administration & Finance, Information Technology. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at Bates Technical College?

At Bates Technical College, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include Campus Life and Activities, Board of Trustees, Instruction and Library, Financial Aid, and Financial Aid and Workforce Education Services (WES). 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 26 decision-makers at Bates Technical College.

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What does Bates Technical College spend the most on?

Based on 259 tracked contracts, Bates Technical College spends most on Capital Projects (145), Administration & Finance (54), Information Technology (22), Education & Training (19), and Professional Services (19). Contract types include Product, TECHNOLOGY, EQUIPMENT, Policy/Procedure, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are Bates Technical College's current vendors?

Bates Technical College currently works with vendors including PSYCHOLOGY SOFTWARE TOOLS, WATERMARK, MEDICAL SHIPMENT LLC, KAMEIL BORDERS, ZOOM, OSPI, and STATE BOARD. These vendors span contract types like Product, TECHNOLOGY, EQUIPMENT, Policy/Procedure, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.

How many active solicitations does Bates Technical College have?

Bates Technical College currently has 4 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (145), Administration & Finance (54), and Information Technology (22). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, WA's state portal, and other sources.

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