Update the city's 2022-2027 Parks, Recreation, and Senior Services Master Plan and develop a new parks and recreation master plan. Work will include: Evaluate the city's parks, facilities, trails; recreation programs and community services; conduct community engagement; assess financial sustainability and future needs; and develop priorities, recommendations, a capital improvement program, and implementation strategy.
Buyer Attributes
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Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
194187
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
159.9
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
33,032
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
52 / 100
Propensity to Spend
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AI Adoption Score
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Startup Friendliness
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Sole Source:Not viable here; pivot to cooperative purchasing.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell and Washington DES master contracts; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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City of Des Moines, WA:No evidence of sole source contracting or thresholds in public records. Treat as high-risk; deprioritize and move to cooperative purchasing.
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The city uses cooperative purchasing (confirmed Sourcewell participant and authorized to piggyback). You can get onboarded to the recommended path by reaching out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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City of Des Moines Contracts
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Papé Machinery Inc. at City of Des Moines
Effective: Mar 9, 2023Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document details the purchase of a 2023 John Deere 310 G Backhoe Loader by the City of Des Moines from PAPÉ MACHINERY, Inc. for a total of $152,443.81, including equipment, sales tax, extended warranty (60 months/3000 hours), and maintenance services.
PEORIA FORD at City Of Des Moines
Effective: Nov 30, 2023Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This contract involves the purchase of a 2023 Ford Explorer ST 4WD for the City of Des Moines, authorized by the Des Moines City Council. The purchase includes applicable sales tax and shipping and handling charges.
FCI, Inc. at City Of Des Moines
Effective: Nov 30, 2023Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This contract involves the up-fitting of equipment with red/blue lights for the City of Des Moines, as per the attached estimate #2754. The purchase order is authorized by the Public Works Director and involves a total amount of $8,918.10, including sales tax.
Embankscape Equipment LLC dba RC Mowers at City Of Des Moines
Effective: Aug 23, 2022Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
The contract involves the purchase of specialized equipment for the City of Des Moines' Public Works Department to enhance operational efficiency and safety during the COVID-19 pandemic. The equipment includes a tracked rotary mower and associated accessories, aimed at improving labor efficiency and compliance with stormwater management regulations.
Sherwin-Williams at City Of Des Moines
Effective: Jun 10, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This contract involves the purchase of various equipment items for the City of Des Moines, including a Line Driver HD, 2 Gun Bead Dispenser, LLV3900HP2A WLG2000, RAC 5 Striping 217, and a Displacement Pump. The total contract amount is $23,913.89, with a purchase date of June 10, 2024, and a renewal date of June 10, 2025.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Des Moines
Des Moines Citizens Advisory Board Meeting
Date: Sep 30, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board discussed the work of the Human Services Committee regarding nonprofit agency funding recommendations. Key topics included the review and selection process for 79 applications, the strategy of recommending funding for 15 organizations, and the decision to shift to one-year funding cycles while awaiting a needs assessment. The committee also touched upon budget constraints, the impact of funding allocations, and the goal of utilizing data points, such as cost-per-person served, to make future funding decisions more transparent and evidence-based.
De Mo City Council Workshop
Date: Sep 10, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council held a workshop to discuss the implementation and performance tracking of the recently adopted strategic plan. The discussion included defining the roles of council and staff, reviewing the work plan for the first year, establishing methods for communicating progress to the community, and setting governance norms. Additionally, the meeting touched upon prioritizing economic vitality and financial stability within the strategic framework.
Des Moines City Council City Council Meeting
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Des Moines.
Jamie WeigandAssistant Building Official/Chief Electrical Inspector
Frequently asked questions
Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Des Moines?
The City of Des Moines Procurement Division in the Finance Department manages city purchasing, administers procurements, and maintains vendor registration; the City procurement ordinance defines a procurement administrator and reserves higher-value approvals to the city manager or City Council.
Where does City of Des Moines post bids and RFPs?
The City of Des Moines posts public bids and RFPs on its IonWave eProcurement portal (dsm.ionwave.net) and posts construction bids on Bid Express; the City's Transparency pages include RFP and bid listings.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Des Moines?
Vendors register with the City of Des Moines in its IonWave eProcurement system to join the vendor list and receive sourcing notices; construction bidders must register on Bid Express, and local business licensing links are provided on the City's vendor and procurement pages.
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The meeting featured a proclamation for the Seashore Club centennial. Public comments covered concerns regarding police patrol presence, local parking regulations, and a request for the remand of a development agreement ordinance to the Planning Commission. The council discussed funding for the Chamber of Commerce's Oktoberfest event. Updates were provided on regional transit committee electrification efforts, the potential impact of federal legislation on healthcare and food benefits, and an upcoming transportation town hall.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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What products and services does City of Des Moines procure?
The City of Des Moines commonly procures construction and public works, demolition, professional services (engineering, architectural, legal), utilities and fuel, printing and supplies, and surplus machinery, vehicles, and equipment as listed in the procurement ordinance.
Does City of Des Moines use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
The City of Des Moines authorizes cooperative/piggyback purchasing and may procure from other governmental contracts, competitively established cooperative consortiums, and federal or state supply schedules per the procurement ordinance.
What procurement requirements does City of Des Moines publish for vendors?
The City of Des Moines requires vendors to meet solicitation-specific procurement requirements; the procurement ordinance and license pages list examples such as demolition contractors' certificates of insurance and performance/payment/maintenance bonds. Vendors should review each IonWave solicitation for exact insurance, bonding, licensing, and compliance terms before bidding.
How does City of Des Moines approve procurement contracts and awards?
The City of Des Moines Procurement Division and its procurement administrator administer procurements; annual purchase agreements with estimated cost over $50,000 require City Council approval while amounts at or below $50,000 may be approved by the procurement administrator. The ordinance also delegates some execution authority to the city manager for specified contracts.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Des Moines?
City of Des Moines procurement policies and standard contract terms are published in the City procurement ordinance and are linked from the Procurement Division pages. Vendors can access the ordinance and related resources via the Procurement Office web page for instructions and standard terms.
