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Whatcom County, Washington bids and RFPs

Whatcom County, Washington doesn't use an online bid platform that we found. It posts bids here: the county's own website (bids page). Purchasing contact: Brett Piepel, Purchasing (Finance/Purchasing; title not shown), (360) 778-5330. Board of County Commissioners or County Council agendas are published on Legistar.

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Key facts for bidders

Where bids are posted
Own website (bids page)
Bid platform
No online platform
Purchasing contact
Brett Piepel, Purchasing (Finance/Purchasing; title not shown)(360) 778-5330
Board of County Commissioners or County Council agendas
Legistar

Source: Whatcom County website

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How to bid in Whatcom County

  1. Find the bid

    Whatcom County, Washington doesn't use an online bid platform that we found. It posts bids here: the county's own website (bids page).

  2. Get the documents

    Download the bid documents from the county's posting, or ask the purchasing contact for them.

  3. Prepare your forms

    Most bids ask for: W-9; Certificate of insurance; Signed bid form and pricing sheet; Acknowledgment of every addendum.

  4. Submit before the deadline

    Follow the bid's instructions exactly: sealed envelope, mail, hand delivery or online upload. Late bids are usually rejected.

  5. Watch for the award

    Contracts are usually approved at a Board of County Commissioners or County Council meeting; agendas are on Legistar.

State rules, forms and thresholds: How to sell to Washington counties. New to county bidding? Read how to find county bids and the bid checklist.

Questions about bidding in Whatcom County

How do I find bids from Whatcom County, Washington?

Whatcom County, Washington doesn't use an online bid platform that we found. It posts bids here: the county's own website (bids page). Download the bid documents from the county's posting, or ask the purchasing contact for them.

Does Whatcom County post bids online?

Whatcom County doesn't use an online bid platform that we found. It posts bids here: the county's own website (bids page). Smaller purchases often appear first in Board of County Commissioners or County Council agendas.

How do I register as a vendor with Whatcom County?

Ask the purchasing contact (Brett Piepel, Purchasing (Finance/Purchasing; title not shown), (360) 778-5330) whether the county keeps a vendor list and how to get on it. See our guide to registering as a county vendor.

Who is the purchasing contact for Whatcom County, Washington?

Brett Piepel, Purchasing (Finance/Purchasing; title not shown), (360) 778-5330.

When does the Whatcom County Board of County Commissioners or County Council meet?

Meeting dates and agendas are published on Legistar. Agendas often show upcoming purchases before the bid is advertised, and contracts are usually approved at these meetings.

What forms do I need to bid in Whatcom County, Washington?

Each bid lists its own requirements. Most bids ask for: W-9; Certificate of insurance; Signed bid form and pricing sheet; Acknowledgment of every addendum.

Can I get alerts for new Whatcom County bids?

Yes. Follow Whatcom County on FactWise to get new bids and quote requests by email. Following up to 2 counties is free.