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City of Arlington bids, RFPs and contracts

Arlington, Washington
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 21, 2026
6 days ago
Pre-RFPs
85
14 in the last 30 days
Open bids
3+
Next due Oct 27
Contracts
301
143 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

85 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Arlington's meetings, most in capital projects and transportation. The latest, from Oct 21: Capital Facilities Plan Outlines New Middle School Construction.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.

How they buy

3+ open RFPs, the next due Oct 27. Latest awards: Reece Construction for division and Broadway Project Awarded to Reece Construction ($1,290,092.00, Sep 2026) and SKYDIO for arlington Airport Drone Procurement Listed for Approval (Sep 2026).

85 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 21

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Arlington's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Open bids and RFPs

Solicitations City of Arlington is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Arlington buys from, taken from council records. 301 contracts with 143 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Arlington.

Questions about City of Arlington

How do I become an approved vendor for City of Arlington?

City of Arlington currently works with 143 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and FACILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 33 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 Arlington?

Small purchases under WA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Arlington include City of Arlington — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Arlington — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Arlington — 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 Arlington publish RFPs?

City of Arlington publishes formal RFPs on its official website and WA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 147 solicitations from City of Arlington. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Arlington?

At City of Arlington, 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 Finance Department, Public Works – Wastewater / Water Reclamation Facility, Administration, Information Technology, and Community & Economic Development. 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 33 decision-makers at City of Arlington.

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What does City of Arlington spend the most on?

Based on 1,096 tracked contracts, City of Arlington spends most on Capital Projects (616), Public Works (266), Grants (74), Contract Admin (71), and Public Safety (69). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and FACILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of Arlington's current vendors?

City of Arlington currently works with vendors including REECE CONSTRUCTION, SKYDIO, DOWL, MISSION AVIATION TRAINING ACADEMY, AM AVIATION LLC, THUMDERBIRD HANGAR LLC, and AVIATION SPORT AVIATION LLC. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, 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 City of Arlington working on?

Based on 28 tracked meetings, City of Arlington is actively discussing: City of Arlington — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Arlington — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Arlington — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Arlington Planning Commission: Lindsay Subarea Plan & Vacancy Update, and Arlington Airport Commission Meeting: Leases and Title 14 Changes. 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 Arlington have?

City of Arlington currently has 147 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (616), Public Works (266), and Grants (74). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, WA's state portal, and other sources.

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