Prequalification as prime contractors for the WRF effluent filtration, dewatering system, and disinfection system improvements. The project includes repairs, rehabilitation, and replacement of dewatering, biosolids handling, emergency gas scrubbing, effluent filtration, and plant drain pump station equipment, along with bypass pumping, temporary facilities, phasing, staging, yard piping, and electrical work.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
124670
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
170
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
26,721
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
55 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
CautiousAggressive
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AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Moscow
Planning And Zoning Commission Meeting
Date: Sep 9, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The commission reviewed and recommended approval for the final plat of the Park Valley Edition, a 12-lot subdivision. They also approved the final plat and final Planned Unit Development (PUD) for the Sierra Vista subdivision, noting a strategic shift in housing plans from larger to smaller footprints to improve attainability and address site topography. Additionally, the commission discussed the implementation of Senate Bill 1352 regarding starter home subdivisions, focusing on amendments to city code concerning lot sizes, setbacks, and infrastructure standards.
Board of Adjustment Meeting
Date: Sep 24, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board discussed a request for a conditional use permit at 401 East Veach Street, specifically regarding an application for Ability Interventions LLC to expand their group daycare services from five to twelve unaccompanied minors. Key discussion topics included the site's zoning as a motor business zone, compliance with parking standards, traffic concerns from local residents, and the impact of state-superseded childcare regulations on the requirement for an outdoor play area. The board considered staff's recommendation to approve the application subject to the condition of installing a designated loading zone sign.
Moscow City Council Regular Meeting
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Moscow.
Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Moscow?
The City of Moscow Finance Department manages procurement execution and accounts payable under the Administration, Finance, & Public Safety grouping. The Director of Finance & Employee Services (Sarah Decker) and the City Administrator (Bill Belknap) provide oversight and report to the City Council.
Where does City of Moscow post bids and RFPs?
City of Moscow posts bids and RFPs on its official Bid Postings page (ci.moscow.id.us/Bids.aspx). Vendors may create an account to receive text or email notifications; sealed bids and physical submissions are accepted at the Office of the City Clerk, City Hall, 206 East Third Street.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Moscow?
Vendors register by creating an account on the City of Moscow Bid Postings page (ci.moscow.id.us/Bids.aspx) to subscribe to text or email bid notifications. A separate vendor license and application applies to programs such as the Moscow Farmers Market and uses its own form.
Date: Oct 5, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting began with the Pledge of Allegiance and a proclamation for Domestic Violence Action Month, highlighting the city's support for the Alternatives to Violence on the Palouse organization. The Council approved a consent agenda, heard a promotional announcement for Moscowberfest, and opened the floor for public comment. The primary agenda item featured an annual report from the Parks and Recreation Commission, which covered recent community activities, improvements to playfields, pollinator-friendly initiatives, park tours, and planned accessibility upgrades at a local park.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
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Track City of Moscow meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
What vendor requirements does City of Moscow publish?
The City of Moscow's Sustainable Purchasing Guidelines require acquisitions to comply with Federal, State, and City laws and resolutions. A separate Vendor License application (for programs like the Moscow Farmers Market) lists a $62 processing fee covering background checks and fingerprinting; vendors should review each solicitation for required forms and terms.
How does City of Moscow approve procurement contracts and awards?
Policy and financial recommendations for procurement contracts are provided to the City Council by the City Administrator and the Director of Finance & Employee Services. Procurement execution flows through City departments; the Finance Department processes claims and payments, and sealed bids are submitted to the Office of the City Clerk at City Hall.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Moscow?
The Sustainable Purchasing Guidelines (City Document Center PDF) are the City of Moscow's published purchasing policy, with the City Code as the governing legal source. Vendors can find standard solicitation terms and sealed-bid instructions on the City's Bid Postings and Document Center pages.
