City of Kirkland bids, RFPs and contracts
Kirkland, WashingtonPop. 97,410 · kirklandwa.gov/Home- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 29, 2026
- 6 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 37
- 10 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Nov 11
- Contracts
- 422
- 289 vendors
The 30-second brief
37 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Kirkland's meetings, most in capital projects and transportation. The latest, from Oct 29: The agenda flagged health benefits and the street fund as items on the radar in the 2027-2028 budget process. These are budget planning signals tied to operating costs and infrastructure funding. They are not procurements yet, but they can lead to consulting, benefits administration, or street maintenance spending once the budget is finalized.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Transportation.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 11. Latest awards: Arete Apartments (Oct 2026) and Eastrail Partners for eastrail Partners Agreement Placed on Consent Calendar (Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Kirkland's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Kirkland is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Kirkland buys from, taken from council records. 422 contracts with 289 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Kirkland.
Questions about City of Kirkland
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Kirkland?
City of Kirkland currently works with 289 vendors across contract types including OTHER, FACILITIES, UTILITIES, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 49 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 Kirkland?
Small purchases under WA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Kirkland include City of Kirkland — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Kirkland — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Kirkland Seeking Bids: 7th and State St Crosswalk Improvements Project, 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 Kirkland publish RFPs?
City of Kirkland publishes formal RFPs on its official website and WA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 247 solicitations from City of Kirkland. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Transportation. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Kirkland?
At City of Kirkland, 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 Manager's Office, 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 49 decision-makers at City of Kirkland.
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What does City of Kirkland spend the most on?
Based on 344 tracked contracts, City of Kirkland spends most on Capital Projects (190), Public Works (52), Transportation (47), Infrastructure & Maintenance (31), and Environmental Services (24). Contract types include OTHER, FACILITIES, UTILITIES, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Kirkland's current vendors?
City of Kirkland currently works with vendors including ARETE APARTMENTS, EASTRAIL PARTNERS, WSDOT, MRU CONSTRUCTION LLC, CITY OF WOODINVILLE, SLAPSHOT LLC, SQF LLC DBA VERTA, EASTSIDE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMUNICATIONS AGENCY, and ADOBE ACROBAT READER. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, FACILITIES, UTILITIES, and TECHNOLOGY. 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 Kirkland working on?
Based on 9 tracked meetings, City of Kirkland is actively discussing: City of Kirkland — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Kirkland — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Kirkland Seeking Bids: 7th and State St Crosswalk Improvements Project, Crosswalk Improvements: Bid Date Extended, Schedule Revised for Contractors, and RFQ: Houghton P&R SD Retrofit Facility - Addressing Stormwater Pollution. 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 Kirkland have?
City of Kirkland currently has 247 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (190), Public Works (52), and Transportation (47). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, WA's state portal, and other sources.