Island County bids, RFPs and contracts
Coupeville, WashingtonPop. 85,657 · islandcountywa.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 5 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 113
- 9 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 83
- Contracts
- 1,132
- 525 vendors
The 30-second brief
113 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Island County's meetings, most in grants and public health. The latest, from Oct 20: Food Systems Data Compilation, GIS Mapping, and Analytics Report.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
Latest awards: Tacoma-pierce County Health Department for island County Approves Food Worker Training Agreement ($24,081; $3.50 per online food worker card, $1.00 per replacement card, and $10.00 per card for certain non-internet-access services, Oct 2026) and Morley & Sons Construction LLC for morley & Sons Wins Park Restroom Renovation Bid ($195,046.78, Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Island County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Island County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Island County buys from, taken from council records. 1,132 contracts with 525 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Island County.
Questions about Island County
How do I become an approved vendor for Island County?
Island County currently works with 525 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, and CONSULTING. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 232 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 Island County?
Small purchases under WA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Island County include Island County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Island County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Island County — 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 Island County publish RFPs?
Island County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and WA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 83 solicitations from Island County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Island County?
At Island County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Public Works, Auditor, Island County Fair Association, Health, and Public Health > Community Health. 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 232 decision-makers at Island County.
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What does Island County spend the most on?
Based on 1,356 tracked contracts, Island County spends most on Capital Projects (682), Grants (200), Public Works (182), Environmental Services (151), and Public Health (141). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, and CONSULTING. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Island County's current vendors?
Island County currently works with vendors including TACOMA-PIERCE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT, MORLEY & SONS CONSTRUCTION LLC, NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF JAIL OPERATIONS, OPPORTUNITY COUNCIL, PORT OF SOUTH WHIDBEY, TOWN OF COUPEVILLE, HOUSING AUTHORITY OF ISLAND COUNTY, WHATCOM COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT, WA INITIATIVE FOR SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT, and WIDARAMA BEACH WATER RIGHTS ASSOCIATION. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, and CONSULTING. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Island County working on?
Based on 24 tracked meetings, Island County is actively discussing: Island County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Island County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Island County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Island County Approves Tourism Funds, Renews Contracts at Nov. 25 Meeting, and Island County Commissioners Review Budget, Contracts, and Work Plans. 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 Island County have?
Island County currently has 83 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (682), Grants (200), and Public Works (182). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, WA's state portal, and other sources.