What it takes to do business with Western Water

Our purchasing program utilizes front-line supervisors, purchasing and risk management staff to research products and services, process purchases, and award contracts to ensure Western’s needs are being met to provide an efficient and effective service to our customers.

The information below will assist prospective vendors and bidders. Our goal is to emphasize the use of technology to allow you to register online and prequalify for notices of bids for specific projects, equipment purchases, or services.

Qualifications

Western Water procures materials and services through a competitive bid process. We look for the best value. If you are a vendor, the manufacturer of your product should be willing to participate in the deal as well. Learn the accounts payable process and become familiar with our contract and purchase order terms.

Construction Bid Opportunities

Public Works Contractor Registration Notice
No contractor or subcontractor may be awarded a contract for public work on a public works project (awarded on or after April 1, 2015) unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5.

Bidders (and their subcontractors listed on the Designation of Subcontractors List) must provide an extract (PDF) with a bid showing active registration. To register or obtain an extract, go to https://efiling.dir.ca.gov/PWCR/.

Development Services

The Development Services Department is available for assistance with your residential, commercial, or industrial project.
Bid Postings can be found here.