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City of Deering bids, RFPs and contracts

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Latest contract
Jul 2, 2025
16 months ago
Contracts
18
9 vendors
Decision makers
2
Population
161

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Where the money goes

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

How they buy

Latest awards: Verus Inc. for procurement of Wartsila Generator PLC by Verus (Jul 2025) and Open Systems International Inc for OSI Monarch SCADA Software Maintenance to be procured (Jul 2025).

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Vendors and contracts

Who City of Deering buys from, taken from council records. 18 contracts with 9 vendors.

Who decides

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

Questions about City of Deering

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

City of Deering currently works with 9 vendors across contract types including Hardware Upgrade, Hardware Migration/Upgrade, Software Maintenance and Support, Service, and Maintenance. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 2 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 Deering?

Small purchases under AK's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Deering include Ketchikan City Council Considers Code Amendments, Budget, & Procurement, Ketchikan Council to Review Budget, Tax, and Infrastructure Investments, and Ketchikan City Council Approves Key Contracts, Addresses Infrastructure and Compensation, 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 Deering publish RFPs?

City of Deering publishes formal RFPs on its official website and AK's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Deering?

At City of Deering, 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 City Clerk, and Human Resources. 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 2 decision-makers at City of Deering.

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What does City of Deering spend the most on?

Based on 49 tracked contracts, City of Deering spends most on Capital Projects (27), Public Works (9), Public Services (7), Environmental Services (3), and Utilities (3). Contract types include Hardware Upgrade, Hardware Migration/Upgrade, Software Maintenance and Support, Service, 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 Deering's current vendors?

City of Deering currently works with vendors including VERUS INC., OPEN SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL INC, FENUXLABS, EATON CORPORATION, WATERWORTH INC., STURGEON ELECTRIC, and CITYWEST CABLE & TELEPHONE. These vendors span contract types like Hardware Upgrade, Hardware Migration/Upgrade, Software Maintenance and Support, Service, 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 Deering working on?

Based on 3 tracked meetings, City of Deering is actively discussing: Ketchikan City Council Considers Code Amendments, Budget, & Procurement, Ketchikan Council to Review Budget, Tax, and Infrastructure Investments, and Ketchikan City Council Approves Key Contracts, Addresses Infrastructure and Compensation. 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.

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