The City of Lacey is seeking a qualified consultant to provide design and construction services for the replacement of a wastewater Septic Tank Effluent Pumping (S.T.E.P.) lift station (Lift Station #24).
Provide consulting services to support ongoing efforts promoting entrepreneurship and the growth of small food-based businesses. Conduct a feasibility study for a permanent food truck plaza, focusing on evaluating the current city-owned site as well as other centrally located properties within the Depot District and/or Lacey Midtown.
The City of Lacey seeks a qualified consulting firm for a predesign study and alternatives evaluation for the Grays Production Well, encompassing water chemistry, treatment-process evaluation, well house & treatment design, and site development.
Sole Source:Avoid; if raised, pivot back to a coop path.
Coops:Frequently procure through OMNIA Partners, Sourcewell, and other cooperative vehicles; 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 Lacey generally avoids sole source. No specific dollar threshold is evident in public records. If a sole source is pursued, expect a formal written justification and approvals; in practice, pivot to cooperative contracts for speed and compliance.
Agency-specific vendor registration, compliance steps, and approval routing shape the purchasing timeline.
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City of Lacey uses cooperative purchasing to streamline buys. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to gain access to the recommended cooperative path.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Lacey
Joint Animal Services Commission Regular Meeting
Date: Oct 12, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Commission reviewed and discussed shelter statistics, noting static intake levels with shifts in species composition and an overall decrease in field calls. The board approved a mutual aid agreement with the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) to facilitate emergency response, including potential resource sharing and grant support during crises. Additionally, the Commission approved a revised service agreement with the Nisqually Indian Tribe, which reduces the annual contract amount and limits the scope of services strictly to police-initiated requests.
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee Meeting
Date: Sep 10, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee discussed the 2027 funding application process, including a review of the total funding requests against projected revenue and reserve balances. Key topics included prioritizing applications that align with council direction—specifically regarding the regional athletic complex, locations within the city and urban growth area, and projects with high potential for paid overnight stays. The committee reviewed the process for scheduling supplemental presentations for applicants and expressed concerns regarding the reliability and methodology behind the estimated hotel stay data provided in application submissions.
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Lacey.
Does City of Lacey use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
City of Lacey uses cooperative purchasing: "Cooperative Purchasing Agreements" is listed as a solicitation type on the City's official "RFPs, RFQs, & Bids" page, confirming cooperative purchasing is an authorized procurement vehicle for the City.
Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Lacey?
The Finance Department administers purchasing for City of Lacey under its Council–Manager form of government; the City Manager is authorized to sign contracts while the City Council approves contracts, interlocal agreements, and policy direction. Finance also handles accounts payable and vendor payment setup.
Where does City of Lacey post bids and RFPs?
City of Lacey posts bids and RFPs on its official "RFPs, RFQs, & Bids" page on the City website; Small Public Works and Consultant Services opportunities are distributed through MRSC Rosters. Vendors should monitor the City RFP page and MRSC Rosters for posted solicitations and submission instructions.
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Historical Commission Meeting Minutes
Date: Sep 16, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The commission addressed the vacancy of the Vice Chair position and elected a new member to the role. Key agenda items included the acceptance of new museum acquisitions, such as a historic feather cape, high school yearbooks, and local archives. The board extensively reviewed the proposed museum store policy, discussing merchandise selection guidelines, inventory approval processes, and discount structures for volunteers and partners.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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Track City of Lacey meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Lacey?
Vendors register with City of Lacey through PaymentWorks (invitation-based onboarding for W-9 and payment details) and, for Small Public Works or Consultant Services, by enrolling in MRSC Rosters. For PaymentWorks invitations contact finance@cityoflacey.org or 360-491-3212.
What products and services does City of Lacey procure?
City of Lacey procures across durable categories: Public Works, Small Works and Limited Public Works, RFP/RFQ/RFI procurements, and cooperative purchasing agreements. Capital-related areas include transportation, water/sewer/stormwater utilities, government facilities, and parks & recreation, plus sustainable procurement and a purchasing card program.
How does City of Lacey approve procurement contracts and awards?
The Lacey City Council Policies & Procedures Manual authorizes the City Manager to sign contracts for City of Lacey while the City Council approves contracts and interlocal agreements; City Manager execution is allowed for commitments of $25,000 or less, with Council review required for amounts above $25,000 or substantial modifications.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Lacey?
City of Lacey publishes procurement policies in the City Policy Manual (see Section 8 for Purchasing and Purchasing Card rules) and the Lacey City Council Policies & Procedures Manual, which cover interlocal agreement thresholds, competitive-bidding rules, ethics, surplus property, and sustainable procurement; Small Works roster authority follows RCW thresholds.