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City of Palouse bids, RFPs and contracts

Washington
Latest pre-RFP
Sep 22, 2026
46 days ago
Pre-RFPs
19
Bids and RFPs
1
None open now
Contracts
496
232 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

19 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Palouse's meetings, most in parks & recreation and information technology. The latest, from Sep 22: Municipal Solar Panel Capital Budget Review and Project Scoping.

Where the money goes

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

How they buy

Latest awards: AVISTA for council Discusses Avista Gas Line Relocation Update (Oct 2026) and Dakota’s Towing Junk & Auto Removal Service for palouse Police Continue Dakota’s Towing Service (No cost to the citizen, Sep 2026).

Latest pre-RFP Sep 22

19 pre-RFPs tracked at City of Palouse. Get the ones that fit you, free.

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Palouse's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Recent bids and RFPs

Solicitations City of Palouse has posted. None are open right now.

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Palouse buys from, taken from council records. 496 contracts with 232 vendors.

Who decides

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

Questions about City of Palouse

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

City of Palouse currently works with 232 vendors across contract types including UTILITIES, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, and LICENSE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 16 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 Palouse?

Small purchases under WA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Palouse include City of Palouse — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Palouse City Council Meeting: Budget, Infrastructure & Community Focus, and Palouse City Council Meeting: Infrastructure & Levy Decisions July 22, 2025, 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 Palouse publish RFPs?

City of Palouse publishes formal RFPs on its official website and WA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 1 solicitations from City of Palouse. 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 Palouse?

At City of Palouse, 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 Council | Fire-ems, City Council, Public Works, Fire, and Administration. 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 16 decision-makers at City of Palouse.

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What does City of Palouse spend the most on?

Based on 392 tracked contracts, City of Palouse spends most on Capital Projects (183), Public Works (88), Grants (51), Environmental Services (38), and Utilities (32). Contract types include UTILITIES, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, and LICENSE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of Palouse's current vendors?

City of Palouse currently works with vendors including AVISTA, DAKOTA’S TOWING JUNK & AUTO REMOVAL SERVICE, VERIZON, PHOENIX CONSERVANCY, CULTIVATED, BIGFOOT TECHNICAL SERVICES, WHITMAN COUNTY, VARELA, and SPRINGBROOK SOFTWARE. These vendors span contract types like UTILITIES, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, and LICENSE. 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 Palouse working on?

Based on 6 tracked meetings, City of Palouse is actively discussing: City of Palouse — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Palouse City Council Meeting: Budget, Infrastructure & Community Focus, Palouse City Council Meeting: Infrastructure & Levy Decisions July 22, 2025, Palouse City Council to Discuss Infrastructure, Pool and Streets Levies, and City Council Meeting Summary. 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 Palouse have?

City of Palouse currently has 1 active solicitation. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (183), Public Works (88), and Grants (51). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, WA's state portal, and other sources.

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