Lower Columbia College bids, RFPs and contracts
Longview, Washington2,744 students · lowercolumbia.edu- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 23, 2026
- 34 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 6
- Bids and RFPs
- 5
- None open now
- Contracts
- 25
- 23 vendors
The 30-second brief
6 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Lower Columbia College's meetings, most in capital projects and grants. The latest, from Sep 23: The board was told that hazardous materials abatement in the Science Building was complete and the building was ready for demolition as of September 23, 2026. This is a live facilities project with demolition next in sequence after abatement. The remaining opportunity is tied to demolition execution and any follow-on site or replacement work.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Education & Training.
Latest awards: LCCF for board to Consider LCCF Quid Pro Quo Agreement (Oct 2026) and Pacific Tech for baseball Grandstand Contract Awarded to Pacific Tech (Jun 2026).
6 pre-RFPs tracked at Lower Columbia College. See all 6, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Lower Columbia College's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Lower Columbia College has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Lower Columbia College buys from, taken from council records. 25 contracts with 23 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Lower Columbia College.
Questions about Lower Columbia College
How do I become an approved vendor for Lower Columbia College?
Lower Columbia College currently works with 23 vendors across contract types including OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, FOOD_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and LEGAL. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 266 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 Lower Columbia College?
Small purchases under WA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Lower Columbia College include Lower Columbia College — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Lower Columbia College — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Lower Columbia College — 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 Lower Columbia College publish RFPs?
Lower Columbia College publishes formal RFPs on its official website and WA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 5 solicitations from Lower Columbia College. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Education & Training. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Lower Columbia College?
At Lower Columbia College, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. 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 266 decision-makers at Lower Columbia College.
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What does Lower Columbia College spend the most on?
Based on 221 tracked contracts, Lower Columbia College spends most on Capital Projects (112), Grants (47), Education & Training (42), Administration & Finance (11), and Professional Services (9). Contract types include OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, FOOD_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and LEGAL. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Lower Columbia College's current vendors?
Lower Columbia College currently works with vendors including LCCF, PACIFIC TECH, DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN YOUTH & FAMILIES, HEAD START, DAVIS FARR LLP, KELSO SCHOOL DISTRICT, FOSTER GARNEY, KELSO HIGH SCHOOL, LCC, and DES. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, FOOD_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and LEGAL. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Lower Columbia College working on?
Based on 9 tracked meetings, Lower Columbia College is actively discussing: Lower Columbia College — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Lower Columbia College — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Lower Columbia College — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), LCC Board Meeting: Financial Aid, Budget Pressures, Capital Projects, and LCC Board Workshop: Strategic Plan, Policy Review, Enrollment Focus. 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 Lower Columbia College have?
Lower Columbia College currently has 5 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (112), Grants (47), and Education & Training (42). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, WA's state portal, and other sources.