Port of Tacoma bids, RFPs and contracts
Tacoma, Washingtonportoftacoma.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 14 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 40
- 14 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Nov 6
- Contracts
- 94
- 54 vendors
The 30-second brief
40 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Port of Tacoma's meetings, most in capital projects and environmental services. The latest, from Oct 20: Port Authority Secures Funding for Environmental Remediation and Public Works.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Environmental Services and Administration & Finance.
1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 6. Latest awards: Washington Department of Ecology for port Seeks Ecology Agreement for USG Site Remediation (Oct 2026) and Carlile Transport Systems Inc for port Facilities Lease with Carlile Runs Through 2054 (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Port of Tacoma's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Port of Tacoma is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Port of Tacoma buys from, taken from council records. 94 contracts with 54 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Port of Tacoma.
Questions about Port of Tacoma
How do I become an approved vendor for Port of Tacoma?
Port of Tacoma currently works with 54 vendors across contract types including OTHER, FACILITIES, LEGAL, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 10 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 Tacoma?
Small purchases under WA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (108), Environmental Services (64), and Administration & Finance (44), 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 Tacoma publish RFPs?
Port of Tacoma publishes formal RFPs on its official website and WA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 140 solicitations from Port of Tacoma. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Environmental Services, Administration & Finance. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Port of Tacoma?
At Port of Tacoma, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include Security. 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 10 decision-makers at Port of Tacoma.
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What does Port of Tacoma spend the most on?
Based on 273 tracked contracts, Port of Tacoma spends most on Capital Projects (108), Environmental Services (64), Administration & Finance (44), Information Technology (31), and Transportation (26). Contract types include OTHER, FACILITIES, LEGAL, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Port of Tacoma's current vendors?
Port of Tacoma currently works with vendors including WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY, CARLILE TRANSPORT SYSTEMS INC, NORTHWEST RESOURCE LAW PLLC, TACOMA PUBLIC SCHOOLS, SKYDIO, ORRICK, HERRINGTON & SUTCLIFFE LLP, CONCRETE TECHNOLOGY CORP, U.S. BANK TRUST COMPANY NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, and PFM FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, FACILITIES, LEGAL, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and EQUIPMENT. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
How many active solicitations does Port of Tacoma have?
Port of Tacoma currently has 140 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (108), Environmental Services (64), and Administration & Finance (44). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, WA's state portal, and other sources.