When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due August 26, 2026. Questions must be submitted by August 19, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $250,000.

It was issued by City Of Tacoma. The work is located in Tacoma, Washington, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Environmental consulting firm with expertise in ecological assessment and management. Experience supporting public-sector or municipal environmental projects. Familiarity with critical areas and city-owned property requirements in Washington. Qualified personnel capable of delivering ecological services across multiple sites.

Ecological Services (Due August 26, 2026)

A government authority in Tacoma is seeking ecological services for critical areas and city-owned properties. A pre-bid meeting will occur August 17, with questions due August 19 and proposals due August 26, 2026.

Must have a current certificate of registration as a contractor in Washington
Must have a current Washington Unified Business Identifier (UBI) number
Must have industrial insurance coverage for employees working in Washington
Must have a Washington Employment Security Department number
Must have a Washington Department of Revenue state excise tax registration number
Must have successfully completed at least five projects with similar work categories within the past five years
Must have self-performed a minimum of 75% of the total contract value for each project
On-site Supervisor must have successfully completed at least five wetland and/or open space management projects in the pertinent role within the last five years
Pesticide Applicator must have a Washington Department of Agriculture pesticide license and have successfully completed at least five wetland and/or open space management projects in the pertinent role within the last five years
Must hold and maintain a current Washington Department of Agriculture pesticide license
Must acquire necessary permits including Tacoma Public Utilities hydrant permit and Department of Ecology Aquatic & Invasive Species Control permit

Pre-Proposal Meeting: August 17th, 2026

Question Deadline: August 19th, 2026

City Response to Questions: August 20th, 2026

Submittal Due Date: August 26th, 2026

Anticipated Award Date: September 2nd, 2026

Assistant City Manager Approval: September 9th, 2026

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The government authority in Tacoma, Washington, is seeking a vendor to provide ecological services for various critical areas and city-owned properties.

A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for August 17, 2026. All questions regarding the opportunity must be submitted no later than August 19, 2026. Proposals are due by August 26, 2026.

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