Port of Columbia County bids, RFPs and contracts
Columbia City, Oregonportofcolumbiacounty.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 14, 2026
- 21 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 12
- 2 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 566
- 213 vendors
- Decision makers
- 2
The 30-second brief
12 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Port of Columbia County's meetings, most in grants and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 14: In the August 12, 2026 minutes, Airport Manager Lacey Tolles reported an unauthorized vehicle incident at Scappoose Airport between August 8 and August 10 that caused cosmetic runway damage. She said the Port was updating gate codes and access points and may evaluate installation of video surveillance. The update also noted the runway rehabilitation project was underway and that the airport was re-energizing the electrical system. Decision state: discussed with future security work still open.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Infrastructure & Maintenance.
Latest awards: METROWATCH for port Records MetroWatch Security Service Payments ($14,936.18, Oct 2026) and Les Schwab Tire Center for port Records Les Schwab Vehicle Service Payment ($93.48, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Port of Columbia County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Port of Columbia County buys from, taken from council records. 566 contracts with 213 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Port of Columbia County.
Questions about Port of Columbia County
How do I become an approved vendor for Port of Columbia County?
Port of Columbia County currently works with 213 vendors across contract types including MAINTENANCE, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 2 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 Port of Columbia County?
Small purchases under OR's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (5), Grants (5), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (3), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 Port of Columbia County publish RFPs?
Port of Columbia County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OR's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Port of Columbia County?
At Port of Columbia County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include Business Development & Marketing, and Leadership. 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 2 decision-makers at Port of Columbia County.
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What does Port of Columbia County spend the most on?
Based on 19 tracked contracts, Port of Columbia County spends most on Capital Projects (5), Grants (5), Infrastructure & Maintenance (3), Professional Services (3), and Public Services (3). Contract types include MAINTENANCE, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Port of Columbia County's current vendors?
Port of Columbia County currently works with vendors including METROWATCH, LES SCHWAB TIRE CENTER, WASTE MANAGEMENT OF OR INC, POET BIOFUELS, COBRA MANAGEMENT SERVICES-ACCRUE, FRED’S MARINA LLC DBA SCAPPOOSE BAY MARINA, CORE & MAIN, RAILROAD MANAGEMENT, CULLIGAN, and WESTERN UNITED CIVIL GROUP LLC. These vendors span contract types like MAINTENANCE, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and SUPPLIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.