The City of Richland is seeking applications to prequalify electrical utility contractors for work including distribution, transmission, substations, and secondary electrical systems for the 2027/2028 list. Applications are due November 4, 2026, and the notice says current prequalified contractors must submit a new application. This is a prequalification for eligibility to bid on future city projects, not a grant or an award of a specific construction contract.
The City of Richland is inviting bids for one new 15kV medium-voltage metalclad switchgear assembly for the Sandhill Crane Substation Bank 3 project. The assembly must include draw-out power circuit breakers, non-draw-out switches, and related equipment and devices, and be housed in an aisle-way enclosure. This is an equipment procurement, not a grant, and the City states that disadvantaged business enterprises will have an opportunity to bid without discrimination.
Sole Source:If sale is less than $50,000, use sole source.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell and OMNIA Partners; 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 Richland:No evidence of sole source awards (2020–2025). Deprioritize this path and redirect to cooperative purchasing. Note: Piggybacking is authorized (RMC 3.04) and can bypass formal bidding otherwise required for larger buys (e.g., over $50,000).
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City of Richland uses cooperative purchasing and is authorized to piggyback (RMC 3.04).
City of Richland can be onboarded to the recommended cooperative vehicles by contacting your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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Richland City Council Meeting
Date: Oct 6, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council meeting covered updates on economic development goals, including discussions on small business resource communication, business licensing, and tourism-related infrastructure. A public hearing was conducted regarding the 2027-2029 collective bargaining agreement with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 77. Public comments were heard concerning the maintenance of trees along Aaron Drive and a growing rat infestation issue within the city. Additionally, the council received a presentation regarding new employee hires.
Richland City Council Workshop
Date: Aug 25, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council discussed the annual report of the Parks and Recreation Commission and conducted public hearings regarding a moratorium on alternative institutions serving sexually violent predators and a collective bargaining contract for 2026-2028 with police supervisors. The meeting included the approval of real estate contract amendments, construction project contracts for a substation replacement, and funding for commercial facade improvements. Additionally, proclamations were issued for school attendance awareness and suicide prevention awareness, alongside personnel updates regarding new hires and transfers.
Richland City Council Workshop Meeting
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Who manages procurement and purchasing contracts for the City of Richland?
The City of Richland Purchasing Division is the City’s centralized procurement office responsible for procurement contracts and purchasing. The Purchasing Division manages bids, rosters, contractor prequalification, and posts solicitations; contact details and resources are available on the City’s Purchasing pages.
Where does the City of Richland post bids and RFPs?
The City of Richland posts quotes, bids, and RFPs on PublicPurchase (PublicPurchase.com) through its eProcurement partnership. Vendors can find current solicitations and subscribe via the Purchasing Division’s 'Public Purchase' page to receive notifications and access solicitation documents.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with the City of Richland?
Vendors register through the City of Richland’s eProcurement partner, PublicPurchase, to receive notifications and submit responses. Complete registration and subscribe to solicitations via the Purchasing Division’s 'Public Purchase' page to access documents and bid notices.
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Date: Sep 22, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council discussed several infrastructure projects, including improvements to Twin Bridges Road, the development of the future Richland Police Station, and the rehabilitation of sewer lift station equipment through a state loan application. The finance director presented the preliminary 2027 budget, outlining revenue and expenditure projections, proposed utility rate increases, including adjustments for Bonneville Power Administration power costs, proposed staffing changes (FTEs), and increases in health insurance premiums.
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What products and services does the City of Richland procure?
The City of Richland routinely procures construction and public works, information technology, routine goods and supplies, and manages surplus personal property and contractor prequalification for trades. Category-specific guidance and examples are available on the Purchasing and Public Works pages.
Does the City of Richland use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
The City of Richland uses Cooperative Purchasing Agreements and maintains a cooperative purchasing page listing available cooperative options. Vendors and agencies can review that page to determine which contracts the City allows for piggybacking or shared purchasing.
What vendor requirements does the City of Richland publish?
City of Richland publishes Purchase Order Terms and Conditions and contractor prequalification procedures that establish vendor compliance requirements. Specific insurance, bonding, licensing, and other requirements are specified in individual solicitations and prequalification documents linked on the Purchasing pages.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for the City of Richland?
City of Richland’s Purchasing Division pages (Purchasing; Bids & RFPs) provide the City’s procurement policies and standard Purchase Order Terms and Conditions. Vendors can consult those pages for policy language, procurement procedures, and links to eProcurement resources.
