Southwest Washington Contractors Association, Inc.

Name

Southwest Washington Contractors Association, Inc.

Legal name

Southwest Washington Contractors Association, Inc.

Website

https://swca.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1946

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Vancouver

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Association generates primary revenue from membership fees and dues. Members access benefits including healthcare, 401k, Retro rebates, plan center, networking, education, and advertising opportunities.
2. Plan Center Services: Members access the cooperative plan center for project distribution and bid solicitation. Private plan center services available at 20% member discount.
3. Advertising and Sponsorship: Event sponsorships, print advertising in membership directory, online directory enhancements, and advertising campaigns included in some membership levels. Sponsorship opportunities for events including golf tournament, trap shoot, and summer camps.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Southwest Washington Contractors Association (SWCA) is a non-profit construction trade association serving commercial, industrial, and infrastructure contractors in Southwest Washington. It provides members with collective-buying benefit programs (health insurance through TPM Trust/Cigna, 401k plan administration, Retro L&I workers compensation rebates), a cooperative online plan center for project distribution and bid solicitation, safety and continuing education courses, networking events, and legislative advocacy.

Product overview

Southwest Washington Contractors Association (SWCA) is a trade membership association offering a portfolio of member benefit programs, not a unified software platform. The core offerings include: the Plan Center (using PipelineSuite for construction project distribution and bid solicitation), 401(k) retirement plans, Healthcare through TPM Trust with Cigna, Retro L&I Rebate Program, Networking Events, and Continuing Education/Safety Certifications. The SWCA Foundation (501(c)(3)) operates workforce development programs including Construction Summer Camps and scholarships. These products function as separate member services unified under the membership, rather than an integrated technology platform with modules.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Plan Center (Online Plan Center) A cooperative, non-profit plans center providing project distribution, collaboration, and bid solicitation services for construction contractor members in Southwest Washington. Plans Online enables automatic updates and notifications for relevant parties on construction projects.
• SWCA 401(k) Plan A fully customizable retirement benefit plan offered at no additional cost to SWCA member companies, with safe harbor, ROTH, and profit sharing options, and minimal plan maintenance burden.
• Healthcare Program (TPM Trust) Health insurance program offered through the TPM Trust MEWA, providing Traditional PPO and Qualified PPO High Deductible Health Plans on the Cigna network for SWCA member companies with 10 or more employees.
• Retro L&I Rebate Program Retrospective Rating Program allowing active SWCA members to receive refunds on Washington State Labor and Industries (L&I) premiums based on workplace safety performance, historically averaging a 47% return on premiums.
• Networking Events Recurring networking events for SWCA members including Thirsty Thursday events, Policy Builders Breakfast, Classic Cup Golf Tournament, Eric Sander Memorial Trap Shoot, Construction Executive Summit, and Holiday Party & Auction.
• Continuing Education & Safety Certifications Educational offerings including webinars and safety certifications (First Aid/CPR/AED, Aerial Lift/Forklift/Fall Protection, CESCL/Erosion Control) delivered in partnership with third-party training providers, plus six annual safety meetings for Retro participants.
• Construction Summer Camps Middle school construction summer camps held across Ridgefield, Washougal, Hockinson, and La Center school districts, providing four days of hands-on construction activities and exposure to trades, tools, and CTE pathways.
• Workforce Development Programs Multi-level workforce development programs including 4th Grade Toolbox Program, Middle School Summer Construction Camp, Young Contractors Forum, Classroom Visits, Scholarships, and Educator Externship.
• Advocacy Legislative advocacy program representing SWCA member interests in Olympia through a contracted lobbyist, legislative lunches, and engagement with regional officials, with focus on apprenticeship compliance, small/minority/women-owned business support, and housing affordability.

Named customers15 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered supporting and core.

• JR MeritsupportingGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Presenting sponsor for Construction Summer Camps 2026 program.
• Tapani Inc.supportingGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Presenting sponsor for Construction Summer Camps 2026 program.
• Heidelberg MaterialssupportingGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Presenting sponsor for Construction Summer Camps 2026 program.
• Goodfellow Bros IncsupportingGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Presenting sponsor for Construction Summer Camps 2026 program.
• Robertson & Olson ConstructionsupportingGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Planning Board sponsor for Construction Summer Camps 2026.
• Legacy 6, Inc.supportingGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Planning Board sponsor for Construction Summer Camps 2026.
• Maguire ProjectssupportingGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Planning Board sponsor for Construction Summer Camps 2026.
• TPM TrustcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTPM Trust is a Self-Funded Multiple Employer Welfare Arrangement (MEWA) that provides SWCA members access to healthcare plans. The Trust enables advocacy and negotiation for competitive rates and comprehensive plan options through Cigna network.
• CignacoreTechnology or IntegrationHealthcare provider network for SWCA member companies through TPM Trust. Offers Traditional PPO and Qualified PPO High Deductible Health Plans for members with 10+ employees.
• Ameriprise FinancialcoreTechnology or IntegrationLicensed and experienced financial advisor providing 401k plan administration for SWCA members. Advisors available to answer questions and educate employees on retirement planning.
• Emergency Response ConsultantssupportingTechnology or IntegrationProvides First Aid/CPR/AED certification training for SWCA members on an as-needed basis.
• Double Action ConsultingsupportingTechnology or IntegrationProvides safety and specialty courses including Worker Awareness, Competent Person - Supervisor certifications and specialty consultations for SWCA members.
• Integrity Safety ServicessupportingTechnology or IntegrationOffers broad range of safety trainings and certifications for job sites including workplace safety, corporate loss control and regulatory compliance.
• Creative Courses LLC (Alex Zimmerman)supportingTechnology or IntegrationProvides CESCL/Erosion Control certification and recertification courses for SWCA members.
• CITE SafetysupportingTechnology or IntegrationProvides aerial lift, forklift, and fall protection certification training at 754 SE Union St., Camas, WA 98607. SWCA member discounts available.
• Construction Center of ExcellencesupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerWashington State resource providing best-in-class resources, trainings and information for construction industry workforce development.
• Northwest College of ConstructionsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides safety, leadership development, equipment certification, technical training and apprenticeships for SWCA members.
• Clark CollegesupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity and Continuing Education department offers training and class opportunities for construction industry professionals.
• Houskeeper Public Affairs (Brandon Houskeeper)coreOthersContracted lobbyist representing SWCA interests in Olympia. Provides advocacy advisory group with legislative priorities including apprenticeship compliance, small/minority/women-owned business support, and housing affordability.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Associated Builders and Contractors: National construction trade association serving merit shop contractors with a much larger benefits portfolio, national lobbying presence, and chapter-based delivery. Competes with SWCA for larger contractors seeking national reach.
• Associated General Contractors of America: National umbrella organization for AGC chapters providing advocacy, education, and benefits to commercial construction contractors across the U.S. Indirectly competes for large multi-state SWCA members.
• National Association of Home Builders: National trade association for residential and light commercial builders, providing advocacy, education, and member benefits at national scale. Comparable membership and benefits model with significantly broader scope.

Regional players

• Associated General Contractors Oregon-Columbia Chapter: Regional AGC chapter operating across the Columbia River in Oregon and SW Washington. Highly comparable service offering (advocacy, benefits, plan room) and overlapping territory, especially for Portland-area SWCA members.

Direct peers

• Associated General Contractors of Washington: State-level construction trade association providing advocacy, education, networking, and benefit programs to Washington contractors. Most directly comparable peer, competing for the same SW Washington member base with a broader statewide footprint and larger staff.
• Master Builders Association of King and Snohomish Counties: Regional construction trade association serving the Puget Sound region of Washington with similar member benefit programs, advocacy, education, and networking services. Closest geographic peer in membership-based service model.
• Building Industry Association of Washington: Washington state home builders association providing advocacy, education, and member benefits to residential contractors. Comparable model and geographic market with a residential-construction focus.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/swca
• Facebookfacebook.com/SWCA
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/southwest-washington-contractors-association
• Instagraminstagram.com/swca

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles18 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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