City of Des Moines bids, RFPs and contracts
Des Moines, WashingtonPop. 33,032 · desmoineswa.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 28, 2026
- 6 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 138
- 8 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2
- Next due Nov 5
- Contracts
- 2,324
- 654 vendors
The 30-second brief
138 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Des Moines's meetings, most in grants and transportation. The latest, from Oct 28: The Des Moines Theater requested $12,000 in lodging tax grant funds to upgrade stage lighting, sound equipment, acoustic treatments, and lighting truss hardware. Its addendum splits the ask into $9,000 for production infrastructure, $1,000 for regional marketing, and $2,000 for event staffing. The application was still being reviewed on October 28, 2026, and the theater said it wants the upgrades to support year-round performances and attract regional visitors.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
2 open RFPs, the next due Nov 5. Latest awards: Des Moines Chess Club for chess Club Seeks $1,000 Tourism Funding ($1,000, Oct 2026) and Des Moines Theater for theater Seeks $12,000 Tourism Grant ($12,000, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Des Moines's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Des Moines is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Des Moines buys from, taken from council records. 2,324 contracts with 654 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Des Moines.
Questions about City of Des Moines
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Des Moines?
City of Des Moines currently works with 654 vendors across contract types including OTHER, FACILITIES, and CONSULTING. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 64 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 10 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 Public Works, Public Works > Surface Water Management, Public Works > Transportation Engineering, Parks & Recreation, and Municipal Court. 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 64 decision-makers at City of Des Moines.
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What does City of Des Moines spend the most on?
Based on 2,936 tracked contracts, City of Des Moines spends most on Capital Projects (1,549), Public Works (486), Grants (421), Environmental Services (273), and Transportation (207). Contract types include OTHER, FACILITIES, and CONSULTING. 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 DES MOINES CHESS CLUB, DES MOINES THEATER, ECONORTHWEST, YOUTH EXPERIENTIAL TRAINING (YETI), COMMUNITIES OF ROOTED BRILLIANCE-RISE PROGRAM, GENESIS PROJECT-DROP-IN CENTER OPS, PARAMETRIX INC, LIGHTHOUSE NORTHWEST, LATINO CIVIC ALLIANCE-YOUTH/FAMILY INTERVENTION PROG, and CHILDREN & YOUTH JUSTICE CENTER-LINC/LEADERSHIP, INTERVENTION. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, FACILITIES, and CONSULTING. 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 10 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,549), Public Works (486), and Grants (421). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, WA's state portal, and other sources.