City of Des Moines
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- Hearing Scheduled for Mixed-Use Project
- Stormwater Treatment Facility Retrofit Planned
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City of Des Moines Project Signals106 found
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City of Des Moines: Hearing Scheduled for Mixed-Use Project
The city has scheduled a hearing for a development agreement on a private mixed-use project. The pro...
City of Des Moines: Stormwater Treatment Facility Retrofit Planned
The City of Des Moines is planning to retrofit a pond into a stormwater treatment facility to improv...
City of Des Moines: Planning for $217M Capital Improvement Program
The City of Des Moines is discussing a draft 2027-2032 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) totaling $217 ...
City of Des Moines: Biofiltration Swale Installation Being Planned
The City of Des Moines plans to install a flow splitter and a biofiltration swale to improve stormwa...
City of Des Moines: Grant-Funded Floating Dock Replacement Project Planned
The City of Des Moines is planning to replace the boarding floats at the Redondo Boat Launch, backed...
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- How do I become an approved vendor for City of Des Moines?
- City of Des Moines currently works with 3,207 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and UTILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 17 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 Des Moines?
- Small purchases under WA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Des Moines include City of Des Moines — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Des Moines — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Des Moines — 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 Des Moines publish RFPs?
- City of Des Moines publishes formal RFPs on its official website and WA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 7 solicitations from City of Des Moines. 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 Des Moines?
- At City of Des Moines, 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 Community Development (Planning Division), City Clerk, Parks & Recreation, and Public Works. 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 17 decision-makers at City of Des Moines.
- What does City of Des Moines spend the most on?
- Based on 2,877 tracked contracts, City of Des Moines spends most on Capital Projects (1,535), Public Works (480), Grants (405), Environmental Services (264), and Transportation (193). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and UTILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
- Who are City of Des Moines's current vendors?
- City of Des Moines currently works with vendors including BAYSHORE CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, AA ASPHALTING LLC, PSE, CARTERS DOCK LLC, PARAMETRIX, DES MOINES AREA FOOD BANK, PERTEET, NFC NORTHWEST LLC, and PUGET SOUND ENERGY. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and UTILITIES. 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 Des Moines working on?
- Based on 5 tracked meetings, City of Des Moines is actively discussing: City of Des Moines — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Des Moines — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Des Moines — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Lodging Tax Committee Approves Funding for 4th of July Celebration, and Airport Committee Discusses Noise Complaints, Master Plan Update (Dec 2025). 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 Des Moines have?
- City of Des Moines currently has 7 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,535), Public Works (480), and Grants (405). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, WA's state portal, and other sources.
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