The City of Kirkland's Purchasing Office, a part of the Finance Department, is a centralized purchasing function. However, individual operating departments have their specific needs and may place small orders directly with vendors and suppliers. You may see current invitations to bid, planholders' lists, and recent bid results on our website by using the links at the top of this page. The City's current Capital Improvement Projects list provides information on planned projects by neighborhood.
Typical examples are paper products and miscellaneous office supplies.
Tools, uniforms, office machines, furniture, and smaller pieces of equipment. The City uses consultants and a number of professional services and systems. These are generally non-tangible items. This includes land, buildings, improvements to land and buildings, vehicles, and larger pieces of equipment. Prices may be solicited by phone, fax, or written quotations.