News Summary
King County has unveiled a range of contract opportunities and bid notices for various construction projects. Key proposals are available, with submission deadlines approaching in the summer. The projects focus on enhancing community services and encouraging participation from Minority and Women’s Business Enterprises. Various significant projects, such as the NE Auburn Creek Restoration and Five Mile Lake Park Lighting, are highlighted for interested contractors looking to contribute.
Upcoming Contract Opportunities Announced by King County for 2025 Projects
King County is set to offer numerous contract opportunities and bid notices for various construction projects throughout 2025. Among these opportunities, important proposals are now open for submission, with deadlines spanning from June through July 2025. The projects aim to improve community services while providing participation pathways for Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women’s Business Enterprises (WBE).
NE Auburn Creek Restoration Project
The NE Auburn Creek Restoration Project is one of the highlighted contracts, identified as KC001470. Proposals for Construction Management Services will be accepted until 12:00 PM on July 31, 2025. With an estimated total project price of $490,627, the goal is to develop an Equity and Social Justice (ESJ) Innovation Plan. This plan will focus on maximizing participation from both MBE and WBE firms that are certified by the State of Washington Office of Minority and Women’s Business Enterprises. Interested parties can contact Debbie Hall at deb.hall@kingcounty.gov or phone 206-263-7873 for more details, or visit the procurement section of the King County website.
Five Mile Lake Park Lighting Project
Another significant contract opportunity is for the Five Mile Lake Park – Main Parking Lot Lighting project, tracked as KC001464. Sealed bids are due by 1:30:59 PM on July 22, 2025, with an estimated contract price of $811,400. This project will require coordination with Puget Sound Energy (PSE) to install a new transformer. Notably, a 15% minimum Apprentice Utilization Requirement applies to this contract, along with a 15% minimum requirement for King County Certified Small Contractors and Suppliers (SCS).
Additional Contract Proposals
King County is also accepting proposals for various other projects. The Vehicle and Equipment Filters and Related Items contract, labeled KC001424, requires proposals to be submitted by July 11, 2025. In addition, the Engineering Services for CSO Supplemental Compliance and Corrective Action Program has an estimated price of $12,000,000 for its phase one, with proposals due by 12:00 PM on July 3, 2025. For the Geomembrane Installation and Repair Work Order 2025, bids are required by July 2, 2025, incorporating a 3% minimum requirement for SCS.
Upcoming Virtual Open House
A virtual Informational Open House about upcoming contracting opportunities with King County Wastewater Treatment Division is scheduled for June 24, 2025. This session will provide valuable insights into future opportunities for contractors.
Other Notable Projects
The South Treatment Plant Essential Services Standby Generator Replacement Rebid (KC001453) will see sealed bids until June 6, 2025, with an estimated price of $1,395,761 and a 10% Apprentice Utilization Requirement.
King County is dedicated to encouraging participation from minority business enterprises and prohibits discrimination based on disability in its programs and employment opportunities. For all contracts and proposals, additional details and specific requirements can be found on King County’s procurement website.
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- My Northwest: Will a Two-Letter Typo Cost King County Taxpayers $2 Million?
- Google Search: King County contract opportunities
- KC Employees: King County Metro Vanpool to Add 120 More Electric Vehicles
- Encyclopedia Britannica: King County
- Mass Transit: King County Metro Procures 120 Electric Vehicles for Vanpooling Program
- Google News: King County projects 2025
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