City of Lakewood bids, RFPs and contracts
Lakewood, WashingtonPop. 62,755 · cityoflakewood.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 29, 2026
- 35 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 42
- Bids and RFPs
- 22
- Contracts
- 1,777
- 798 vendors
The 30-second brief
42 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Lakewood's meetings, most in public services and legal & compliance. The latest, from Sep 29: Court Case Highlights Need for Homeless Support Services.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Safety and Public Notices & Legal Advertising.
Latest awards: Rw Lockwood Construction for lakewood Awards Street End Pilot Project Contract ($364,735.84, Sep 2026) and Washington Department of Enterprise Services for lakewood Amends Clean Buildings Agreement (Sep 2026).
42 pre-RFPs tracked at City of Lakewood. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Lakewood's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Lakewood has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Lakewood buys from, taken from council records. 1,777 contracts with 798 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Lakewood.
Questions about City of Lakewood
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Lakewood?
City of Lakewood currently works with 798 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and FACILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 66 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 Lakewood?
Small purchases under WA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Lakewood include City of Lakewood — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Lakewood — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Lakewood — 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 Lakewood publish RFPs?
City of Lakewood publishes formal RFPs on its official website and WA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 22 solicitations from City of Lakewood. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Safety, Public Notices & Legal Advertising. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Lakewood?
At City of Lakewood, 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 Division, Planning and Public Works, Public Works, and Parks & Recreation. 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 66 decision-makers at City of Lakewood.
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What does City of Lakewood spend the most on?
Based on 1,792 tracked contracts, City of Lakewood spends most on Capital Projects (687), Public Safety (353), Public Notices & Legal Advertising (283), Grants (263), and Parks & Recreation (206). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, 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 Lakewood's current vendors?
City of Lakewood currently works with vendors including RW LOCKWOOD CONSTRUCTION, WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF ENTERPRISE SERVICES, WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF ENTERPRISESERVICES, IN TIME RENOVATIONS, OVERHEAD INNOVATIONS, NORTHWEST CASCADE INC, D&D CONSTRUCTION INC, READY REBOUND LLC, PARTNERS FOR PARKS, and PIERCE COUNTY TOURISM PROMOTION AREA (TPA). These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, 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 Lakewood working on?
Based on 25 tracked meetings, City of Lakewood is actively discussing: City of Lakewood — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Lakewood — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Lakewood — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Lakewood Municipal Court Proceedings: SOCs, Arraignments, Resolutions, and Lakewood City Council Meeting: Permit Review, Traffic Safety Camera Program. 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 Lakewood have?
City of Lakewood currently has 22 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (687), Public Safety (353), and Public Notices & Legal Advertising (283). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, WA's state portal, and other sources.