City of Anacortes bids, RFPs and contracts
Anacortes, WashingtonPop. 18,080 · anacorteswa.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 26, 2026
- 2 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 500
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 329
- Contracts
- 7,170
- 2,020 vendors
The 30-second brief
500 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Anacortes's meetings, most in utilities and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Oct 26: At its October 26, 2026 meeting, the council considered an MOU with IAFF Local No. 1537 that moves fire bargaining-unit medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and EAP coverage to the IAFF Health & Wellness Trust on January 1, 2027. The deal keeps existing HSA and vacation cash-out terms and adds a $50 monthly MERP contribution. The city estimated about $100,000 in savings and set an annual comparison that could trigger another plan change.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: International Association of Fire Fighters Local No 1537 for anacortes Schedules Firefighters Memorandum Discussion (Oct 2026) and Gordon Thomas Honeywell (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Anacortes's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Anacortes has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Anacortes buys from, taken from council records. 7,170 contracts with 2,020 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Anacortes.
Questions about City of Anacortes
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Anacortes?
City of Anacortes currently works with 2,020 vendors across contract types including OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, UTILITIES, TECHNOLOGY, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 105 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 Anacortes?
Small purchases under WA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Anacortes include City of Anacortes — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Anacortes — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Anacortes — 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 City of Anacortes publish RFPs?
City of Anacortes publishes formal RFPs on its official website and WA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 329 solicitations from City of Anacortes. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Anacortes?
At City of Anacortes, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. Key departments include Public Works, Police, Mayor's Office, Library, and City Council. 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 105 decision-makers at City of Anacortes.
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What does City of Anacortes spend the most on?
Based on 5,481 tracked contracts, City of Anacortes spends most on Capital Projects (3,206), Public Works (1,120), Environmental Services (436), Grants (399), and Public Safety (320). Contract types include OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, UTILITIES, TECHNOLOGY, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Anacortes's current vendors?
City of Anacortes currently works with vendors including INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS LOCAL NO 1537, GORDON THOMAS HONEYWELL, COMCAST, MICROSOFT CORPORATION, UNITED SITE SERVICES, SURETY PEST CONTROL, ZOOM VIDEO COMMUNICATIONS INC, NOANET, ACTIVE911 INC, and WASTE MANAGEMENT. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, UTILITIES, TECHNOLOGY, and MAINTENANCE. 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 Anacortes working on?
Based on 29 tracked meetings, City of Anacortes is actively discussing: City of Anacortes — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Anacortes — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Anacortes — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Anacortes Seeks Bids for On-Call Fiber Services (2026-2028 Contract), and Anacortis Council: Lodging Tax Allocation, Fee Changes, & Social Services. 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 Anacortes have?
City of Anacortes currently has 329 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (3,206), Public Works (1,120), and Environmental Services (436). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, WA's state portal, and other sources.