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***Note: Many local criminal codes can now be located under Chapter 10.60 SMC while others are now cited under the Revised Code of Washington (RCW), which was incorporated into the municipal code in 2022. (See SMC 10.58.010). Code Enforcement, including Noise Control and Animal Regulations are located in Chapters 10.62 through 10.74.

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Title 07
Chapter 07.06
Section 07.06.820
 

Title 07 Finance

Chapter 07.06 Procurement of Goods, Services and Works

Article XI. Priority Hire Program

Section 07.06.820 Procurement Authority and Competitive Bidding

 

  1. All procurement under this chapter shall comply with competitive bidding requirements of RCW 39.04.  Competitive bidding processes shall remain open to all qualified contractors, with workforce development goals serving as performance criteria rather than bidder exclusions.
  1. The city may establish responsible bidder criteria under RCW 39.04.350 that includes workforce development commitments, provided such criteria are objective, clearly defined, and related to the contractor’s ability to perform the work efficiently and effectively.

 

Date Passed: Monday, August 25, 2025

Effective Date: Sunday, October 12, 2025

ORD C36723 Section 1