Pierce County Street Light Poles Invitation to Bid - 2026-ITB-195
Pierce CountyCounty · Tacoma, WA- Due
- Oct 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 25, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Lauren Dase
- (253) 798-7501
The 30-second brief
Pierce County is seeking bids to procure HAPCO or approved equal aluminum street light poles, luminaire arms, and associated hardware to support county infrastructure needs. The procurement includes 35-foot and 40-foot tapered aluminum poles, 8-inch and 10-inch base flanges, 8-foot, 10-foot, and 12-foot luminaire arms, hand hole covers, and related accessories. The initial contract estimate is $400,000 per year with a 1-year initial term and potential renewals up to 5 years. Proposals are due by October 9, 2026, at 1:00 PM, with questions due by October 2, 2026. Submissions must be made via the OpenGov E-Procurement Portal.
35-foot and 40-foot aluminum street light poles, 8-foot, 10-foot, And 12-foot luminaire arms, Hand hole covers, Per pole surcharges
Lowest responsive bid from a responsible bidder
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Summary
Pierce County is seeking bids to procure HAPCO or approved equal aluminum street light poles, luminaire arms, and associated hardware to support county infrastructure needs.
The procurement includes 35-foot and 40-foot tapered aluminum poles, 8-inch and 10-inch base flanges, 8-foot, 10-foot, and 12-foot luminaire arms, hand hole covers, and related accessories. The initial contract estimate is $400,000 per year with a 1-year initial term and potential renewals up to 5 years. Proposals are due by October 9, 2026, at 1:00 PM, with questions due by October 2, 2026. Submissions must be made via the OpenGov E-Procurement Portal.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive bid from a responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- 35-foot and 40-foot aluminum street light poles
- 8-foot
- 10-foot
- 12-foot luminaire arms
- Hand hole covers
- Per pole surcharges
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Completed Page 1 Invitation to Bid
- Pricing Proposal Exhibit C Section 1
- Addendum Receipt
- Tax Information
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/piercecountywa
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Tacoma, WA
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Pierce County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 9, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/piercecountywa. For questions, contact Lauren Dase.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Pierce County in WA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the IFB submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Lauren Dase at (253) 798-7501. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 35-foot and 40-foot aluminum street light poles, 8-foot, 10-foot, And 12-foot luminaire arms, Hand hole covers, Per pole surcharges. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest responsive bid from a responsible bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Pierce County?
All active and historical solicitations from Pierce County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Pierce County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Completed Page 1 Invitation to Bid, Pricing Proposal Exhibit C Section 1, Addendum Receipt, Tax Information. Review the full document from Pierce County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Tacoma, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.