Construct a 1,000 gpm triplex wastewater lift station including: Wet well and valve vault, electrical power and controls, pumps, piping and valves and a standby emergency generator; site work including sheet pile and solider pile shoring, cast-in-place concrete retaining wall, demolish existing structure, excavation and haul, site grading, gravel surfacing and heated concrete driveway; site piping including 1" water service, hot box and RPBA; and site improvements including a jib crane, fencing and gates. Install approx. 900 LF of 10" and 12" pressure sewer mains. Restore asphalt surfacing, concrete curbing and sidewalk.
The City of Leavenworth seeks bids to construct the Commercial Street Lift Station Phase 1 wastewater improvements. The work includes a 1,000-gallon-per-minute triplex lift station, an emergency generator, sewer mains, and site restoration. Sealed bids must be delivered to the City by 1:00 p.m. local time on November 4, 2026.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
194182
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
32
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
3,373
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
46 / 100
Propensity to Spend
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CautiousAggressive
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AI Adoption Score
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ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
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Sole Source:If sale is less than $40,001, use sole source; otherwise deprioritize and redirect to a cooperative path.
Coops:Frequently procures through OMNIA Partners and Sourcewell; 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 Leavenworth, WA. Sole source usage is rare to non-existent—deprioritize this path. Formal bidding triggers at $40,001, increasing friction on non-coop routes. Practical tip: steer buyers to a qualifying cooperative vehicle to avoid sole source justifications and navigate the city’s insurance/bonding requirements more smoothly.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Leavenworth
City Council Study Session
Date: Sep 22, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council discussed the timing and logistics of the annual block party, considering potential scheduling shifts due to wildfire smoke and family availability, with plans to survey the community for feedback. Additionally, the council reviewed a proposal from the Winter Sports Club to install a permanent water hookup and pump house on city property. The discussion focused on improving snowmaking efficiency, the club's operational challenges, long-term infrastructure investment, and the potential usage of city property for these facilities.
Planning Commission Planning Commission Meeting
Date: Oct 7, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The commission reviewed various development regulations, specifically focusing on Title 18 revisions. Key discussion topics included the removal of outdated code sections related to zoning map replacement, the clarification of conditional uses, and updates to the use chart. Members also addressed corrections for WAC code references, discussed regulations for non-conforming lots, and identified a need to refine the definition of a brewery to include a specific annual production timeframe.
Planning Commission Meeting
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Leavenworth.
Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Leavenworth?
City of Leavenworth procurement is governed by the City Council, with Finance and Public Works administering purchases and the Office of the Mayor providing executive oversight. Departments implement procurements under Council-adopted policy and resolutions that define approval thresholds and procedures.
Where does City of Leavenworth post bids and RFPs?
City of Leavenworth posts solicitations on the 'Requests for Bids / Proposals' section of cityofleavenworth.com and links notices in its 'Call Bids & Proposals' news section. Bid documents and addenda are posted or linked from those pages for each advertised solicitation.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Leavenworth?
Vendors and contractors are asked to register using the Municipal Research and Services Center (MRSC) Rosters and to select 'City of Leavenworth' so the city can locate rostered firms. See the City's 'Find Bidding Opportunities' page for roster links and solicitation instructions.
Native sync to Salesforce & HubSpot
Date: Sep 2, 2026
Type: Meeting mention
The commission discussed the comprehensive revision of the city's code, specifically focusing on Title 18 updates and the alignment of local regulations with state standards. Key topics included the restructuring of procedures for Conditional Use Permits, addressing the Bed & Breakfast code, and establishing a quasi-judicial process for permit applications. The members evaluated drafting strategies, including options for implementing temporary placeholders for individual use requirements, and reviewed dimensional standards to ensure consistency and clarity in future code drafts.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
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Track City of Leavenworth meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
What products and services does City of Leavenworth procure?
City of Leavenworth commonly procures infrastructure-related goods and services—street maintenance, snow removal, parks maintenance, water system services, and seasonal hanging flower baskets—along with professional services and small public works construction. See Public Works and the Requests for Bids/Proposals category for recurring categories.
Does City of Leavenworth use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
City of Leavenworth uses MRSC Rosters as a roster/cooperative mechanism for Small Public Works and Professional Services solicitations. Vendors listed on MRSC rosters may be considered for city solicitations; contact the issuing department for piggyback or cooperative participation details.
What procurement requirements does City of Leavenworth publish for vendors?
City of Leavenworth’s Purchasing & Procurement Policy (Resolution 01-2026) governs vendor requirements. Individual solicitations specify insurance, bonding, licensing, and required forms—consult the referenced City Council packet and each solicitation for the governing terms and forms.
How does City of Leavenworth approve procurement contracts and awards?
City of Leavenworth contract approvals are governed by City Council–adopted purchasing policy (Resolution 01-2026), with departments such as Finance and Public Works administering procurements and the Mayor providing executive oversight. Council resolutions and departmental procedures set approval thresholds and award authority.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Leavenworth?
City of Leavenworth’s Purchasing & Procurement Policy is established by Resolution 01-2026 and is referenced in the January 27, 2026 City Council packet. MRSC provides general procurement guidance for Washington local governments linked from the City's vendor resources.
