Work to be performed includes demolition, removal, and offsite disposal of existing dewatering equipment, installation of Owner-supplied dewatering equipment, minor piping improvements within the dewatering building, and electrical equipment improvements within the dewatering building.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
202759
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
106.8
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
13,308
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
40 / 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.
Sole Source:Not viable—deprioritize and redirect to coops.
Coops:Frequently procures through Washington DES Master Contracts 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 Sedro-Woolley shows no evidence of approving sole source awards; the barrier is high (95/100). No documented sole source dollar threshold identified. Practical guidance: do not pursue—pivot immediately to cooperative purchasing. Note: the city’s low formal competitive bidding threshold ($75,001) adds friction to non-coop paths.
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The city actively uses cooperative purchasing and can piggyback under its policy. 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 Sedro Woolley
Sedro-Woolley City Council Study Session
Date: Oct 7, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The study session covered a proposed development agreement with the RJ Group for the Batty Square project, which includes consolidating permits, managing infrastructure improvements, and establishing a fee deferment plan in exchange for a cash contribution toward local field improvements. Additionally, an update was provided regarding the Swift Center and the former Northern State campus, focusing on redevelopment strategies, the adaptive reuse study, partnership roles, and economic development goals for the property.
Sedro-Woolley City Council Special Meeting
Date: Sep 30, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council conducted the first reading of the 2027-2028 biennial budget. Discussions centered on the city's revenue sources, specifically the allocation of property, sales, and utility taxes. Council members reviewed financial details regarding various funds, including the fire proposition one reserve, special projects, parks and facilities, cemetery, streets, and library funds. The finance department explained the revenue estimation methodology and addressed questions regarding projected revenue decreases and budget planning for the upcoming biennium.
Sedro-Woolley City Council City Council Meeting
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Sedro Woolley.
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Zabrina NyboAnimal Control / Code Enforcement Officer
Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Sedro Woolley?
City of Sedro Woolley operates under a mayor–council government; the City Council is the governing authority, while department directors (for example the Public Works Director) and the Finance Director/City Clerk‑Treasurer administer departmental purchasing and finance oversight.
Where does City of Sedro Woolley post bids and RFPs?
City of Sedro Woolley posts bids and RFPs on the city's official Bids & Awards page and provides vendor guidance on the Doing Business with the City page, including information about the Small Works Roster and solicitation notices.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Sedro Woolley?
Vendors register with City of Sedro Woolley via the Doing Business with the City page by joining the Small Works Roster; individual solicitations on the city's Bids & Awards page will specify any additional registration or submission instructions.
Date: Aug 26, 2026
Type: Meeting mention
The meeting encompassed several key topics, including a swearing-in ceremony for a new police officer and a proclamation recognizing the city as a Purple Heart city. Reports were provided regarding public works infrastructure projects, including roundabout plans, community events like the local 'log jam' skate park event, the senior center reopening, and the appointment of a new school resource officer. The council also discussed transit governance, ongoing community outreach efforts, and the importance of supporting local youth and veterans.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
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What products and services does City of Sedro Woolley procure?
City of Sedro Woolley routinely procures public‑works construction and maintenance, parks and recreation maintenance services, utilities‑related services, and general operational goods and services needed to support municipal operations and public infrastructure.
Does City of Sedro Woolley use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
City of Sedro Woolley participates in interlocal cooperative purchasing agreements and can utilize Washington State Department of Enterprise Services (DES) statewide contracts where applicable for procurements.
What procurement requirements does City of Sedro Woolley publish for vendors?
City of Sedro Woolley publishes bonding requirements in its Development Standards Manual and procurement cost thresholds and bidding rules in its Procurement Policy & Procedures; each solicitation specifies the exact insurance, bonding, licensing, and contract terms vendors must meet.
How does City of Sedro Woolley approve procurement contracts and awards?
Contract approvals for City of Sedro Woolley are governed by the City Council under the mayor–council form of government; department directors and the Finance Director/City Clerk‑Treasurer typically manage execution and recommend awards to the Council as required by policy.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Sedro Woolley?
Vendors can find City of Sedro Woolley's Procurement Policy & Procedures PDF on the city website; the Bids & Awards and Doing Business pages also provide vendor instructions and solicitation‑specific terms and submission requirements.