City of Washington bids, RFPs and contracts
- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 15, 2026
- 12 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 38
- 9 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 10
- None open now
- Contracts
- 14
- 13 vendors
The 30-second brief
38 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Washington's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and professional services. The latest, from Oct 15: Lion's Lake Area Master Planning and Architectural Design.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Transportation.
Latest awards: Washington Community Schools for school Resource Officer agreement discussion (Aug 2025) and Ed Barnett (Jul 2025).
9 new pre-RFPs at City of Washington this month. See all 38, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Washington's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Washington has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Washington buys from, taken from council records. 14 contracts with 13 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Washington.
Questions about City of Washington
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Washington?
City of Washington currently works with 13 vendors across contract types including Service, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 43 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 Washington?
Small purchases under IN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Washington include Front Street Infrastructure Analysis and Wastewater Plant Updates, Planning & Zoning Meeting: Grant Lake Plat, MacArthur Permit & Baker Point, and Board of Public Works Approves Pump Repairs, Trailer Purchase, Discusses Odor, 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 Washington publish RFPs?
City of Washington publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 10 solicitations from City of Washington. 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 Washington?
At City of Washington, 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 Electric Department, Police, Utilities, City Council, and Mayor's Office. 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 43 decision-makers at City of Washington.
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What does City of Washington spend the most on?
Based on 913 tracked contracts, City of Washington spends most on Capital Projects (387), Public Works (362), Transportation (86), Contract Admin (56), and Environmental Services (22). Contract types include Service, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Washington's current vendors?
City of Washington currently works with vendors including WASHINGTON COMMUNITY SCHOOLS, ED BARNETT, ALLIANCE BARRIER FILMS LLC, INDIANA MUNICIPAL POWER AGENCY, EAGLE RAILCAR SERVICES LLC, ISOFLEX PACKAGING OF IN (ALLIANCE BARRIER), NASCO INDUSTRIES LLC, INDIANA SAFETY COMPANY INC, TRUE REAL ESTATE COMPANY LLC, and GREAT EASTERN ACQUISITION CORP. These vendors span contract types like Service, and OTHER. 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 Washington working on?
Based on 20 tracked meetings, City of Washington is actively discussing: Front Street Infrastructure Analysis and Wastewater Plant Updates, Planning & Zoning Meeting: Grant Lake Plat, MacArthur Permit & Baker Point, Board of Public Works Approves Pump Repairs, Trailer Purchase, Discusses Odor, Sign Variance Approved for Bank of Washington on East 14th Street, and Transportation Committee Meeting: Projects, Funding, and Future Planning. 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 Washington have?
City of Washington currently has 10 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (387), Public Works (362), and Transportation (86). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IN's state portal, and other sources.