The project scope includes constructing two new curb bulb outs and ADA ramps at the intersection of Cole Street and Stevenson Avenue. Work will include removal of concrete, asphalt, grading, placing new concrete/asphalt, restriping, and minor stormwater improvements.
Buyer Attributes
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Census ID
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211886
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
115.7
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
13,172
Procurement Difficulty Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
38 / 100
Propensity to Spend
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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:Use sole source only if the need is legitimately limited to a single source; otherwise stick to coops.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell and Washington DES; 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 Enumclaw, WA:Deprioritize sole source. No evidence of recent sole-source awards. Under RCW 39.04.280(1)(a), sole source is allowed only when clearly and legitimately limited to a single source of supply. No dollar thresholds cited. If attempted, coordinate with procurement and provide clear written justification referencing RCW 39.04.280(1)(a).
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City of Enumclaw actively uses cooperative purchasing and Washington DES master contracts. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Enumclaw
Enumclaw City Council Regular Meeting
Date: Oct 12, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The City Council meeting addressed various organizational and administrative matters, including the approval of a resolution regarding quasi-judicial hearing procedures. The Council reviewed reports from various committees, including Community & Economic Development, Finance & Technology, and Public Works. Budgetary discussions featured presentations from community organizations regarding 2027 funding requests, leading to the allocation of funds for the Plateau Kids Network, Enumclaw Plateau Farmers Market, and building renovations for the Chamber of Commerce, as well as the approval of an in-kind donation to Apex Racing and funding for sidewalk design improvements.
Community & Economic Development Committee Ced Summary
Date: Oct 12, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee discussed the Multi-family Housing Tax Exemption, reviewing its relation to the Growth Management Act, Visions 2050, Multi-County Planning Policies, and the city's Comprehensive Plan. The committee requested further information regarding tax calculation methods, approval authority for projects meeting the requirements, maps of designated target areas, and statistical data on housing construction since the adoption of the Comprehensive Plan.
Finance Committee Meeting
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Enumclaw.
Who manages procurement and purchasing for the City of Enumclaw?
The Administration Department administers procurement for the City of Enumclaw, and the seven-member City Council is the legislative authority. Operating departments that execute purchases include Administration, Court, Community Development, Finance, Information Services (IT), and Public Works (construction and right-of-way projects).
Where does the City of Enumclaw post bids and RFPs?
The City of Enumclaw posts bids and RFPs on its CivicEngage Bids page, where vendors can subscribe to notifications via a CivicEngage account; the city also uses the MRSC shared Small Public Works and Consultant Rosters for small-works and consultant solicitations under state law.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with the City of Enumclaw?
Vendors register for City of Enumclaw solicitations by creating a CivicEngage account to subscribe to bid notifications and by registering on MRSC Rosters for small public works and consultant rosters; vendors must also hold Washington State and City of Enumclaw business licenses to operate within city limits.
Date: Oct 12, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee reviewed and approved AP vouchers. They approved an IT salary review that is retroactive to the beginning of the year, which will increase the salary and benefit budgets in the IT Fund. Additionally, the committee discussed ongoing IT department projects, including IT upgrades at the Senior Center in conjunction with a facility remodel and the migration of gas utility GIS data to a city-wide cloud server to improve data control.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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What products and services does the City of Enumclaw procure?
The City of Enumclaw commonly procures small public works, consultant services, and information technology infrastructure and end-user computing equipment and services; these categories appear across department procurement pages and the city's Small Works Roster guidance.
Does the City of Enumclaw use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
The City of Enumclaw participates in the MRSC shared Small Public Works and Consultant Rosters and is listed by King County as authorized to piggyback on King County cooperative purchasing agreements, enabling use of county-awarded contracts where authorized.
What procurement requirements does the City of Enumclaw publish for vendors?
Contractors working in the City of Enumclaw right-of-way must meet the city's published insurance requirements (including general and automobile liability); subcontractors must carry equivalent coverage, and businesses must maintain Washington State and City of Enumclaw business licenses.
How does the City of Enumclaw approve procurement contracts and awards?
The Administration Department administers contracting for the City of Enumclaw and department divisions (for example, Public Works or Information Services) execute procurements; the seven-member City Council provides legislative approval for matters requiring council action.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for the City of Enumclaw?
Vendors can find procurement rules in the Enumclaw Municipal Code and on the city's Small Works Roster page; procurement administration and department-specific procedures are handled by the Administration Department and relevant divisions such as Information Services for IT procurements.