Columbia River PUD bids, RFPs and contracts
- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 14 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 29
- 5 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 8
- None open now
- Contracts
- 1,834
- 544 vendors
The 30-second brief
29 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Columbia River PUD's meetings, most in capital projects and information technology. The latest, from Oct 20: Public EV Charging Infrastructure Upgrade and Network Expansion.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Information Technology and Grants.
Latest awards: Futura Systems Inc for PUD Pays Futura Systems for GIS Support ($3,351.60, Oct 2026) and Sun Life for PUD Renews Stop-Loss Insurance Contract with Sun Life (13.58% increase, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Columbia River PUD's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Columbia River PUD has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Columbia River PUD buys from, taken from council records. 1,834 contracts with 544 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Columbia River PUD.
Questions about Columbia River PUD
How do I become an approved vendor for Columbia River PUD?
Columbia River PUD currently works with 544 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, INSURANCE, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and SUBSCRIPTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 9 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 Columbia River PUD?
Small purchases under OR's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Columbia River PUD include Columbia River PUD — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Columbia River PUD — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Columbia River PUD's 2026 Budget: Operating & Capital Expenditure Plan, 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 Columbia River PUD publish RFPs?
Columbia River PUD publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OR's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 8 solicitations from Columbia River PUD. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Information Technology, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Columbia River PUD?
At Columbia River PUD, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include Subdivision 1: Scappoose, Subdivision 2: Scappoose & Warren, Subdivision 3: St. Helens & Yankton, Subdivision 4: St. Helens, and Subdivision 5: Columbia City, Deer Island, Prescott, & Rainier. 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 9 decision-makers at Columbia River PUD.
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What does Columbia River PUD spend the most on?
Based on 650 tracked contracts, Columbia River PUD spends most on Capital Projects (410), Information Technology (70), Grants (58), Public Works (57), and Utilities (55). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, INSURANCE, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and SUBSCRIPTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Columbia River PUD's current vendors?
Columbia River PUD currently works with vendors including FUTURA SYSTEMS INC, SUN LIFE, NISC, CHARGEPOINT INC, HUDSON GARBAGE SERVICE, ASPLUNDH TREE EXPERT COMPANY, POWERFUL MEDIA GROUP LLC, ACLARA TECHNOLOGIES LLC, MILSOFT UTILITY SOLUTIONS INC, and NISC - MERIDIAN COOPERATIVE INC. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, INSURANCE, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and SUBSCRIPTION. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Columbia River PUD working on?
Based on 3 tracked meetings, Columbia River PUD is actively discussing: Columbia River PUD — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Columbia River PUD — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Columbia River PUD's 2026 Budget: Operating & Capital Expenditure Plan. 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 Columbia River PUD have?
Columbia River PUD currently has 8 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (410), Information Technology (70), and Grants (58). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, OR's state portal, and other sources.