For public works in which the estimated cost is $300,000 or less, the city may use a small works roster or rosters or limited public works as an alternative to bidding in accordance with RCW 39.04.155, as amended; provided, that in such case, the director or designate shall prescribe policies and procedures to implement small works roster and limited public works programs in accordance with law.

All contracts for public works where the cost thereof is $300,000 or less but more than $50,000 may be approved by the director or designate, and shall be made by the small works roster contract procedures in accordance with RCW 39.04.155, as amended.

All contracts for public works where the cost thereof is $50,000 or less may be approved by the director or designate and shall be made by the limited public works process procedures in accordance with RCW 39.04.155, as amended.

The city shall award all contracts under this section to the lowest responsible bidder as defined in VMC 3.05.310; provided, however, that the city reserves its right under applicable law to reject any and all bids, and also to waive “minor irregularities if in the public interest.” (Ord. M-4417 § 22, 2023; Ord. M-4173 § 32, 2016; Ord. M-4018 § 17, 2012; Ord. M-3960 § 22, 2010; Ord. M-3592, 2002; Ord. M-3129 § 2, 1994)