Buena Vista County bids, RFPs and contracts
IowaPop. 20,449 · buenavistacounty.iowa.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 29, 2026
- 39 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 9
- Bids and RFPs
- 4
- None open now
- Contracts
- 185
- 123 vendors
The 30-second brief
9 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Buena Vista County's meetings, most in capital projects and utilities. The latest, from Sep 29: On September 29, 2026 the board approved the first FY'27 budget amendment and adopted Resolution No. 2026-09-29-A. The amendment increased appropriations by $1,769,780, including $270,000 for Capital Projects Fund Dept 81, $151,908 for Capital Projects Fund Dept 22, and $748,498 from ARPA Fund Dept 59. The action is budgeting rather than a procurement, but it signals funded work moving into the next planning cycle.
Transportation leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Administration & Finance and Infrastructure & Maintenance.
Latest awards: AUXIANT for buena Vista County Approves Auxiant Disbursements (Oct 2026) and Urban Sdk for board Defers Urban SDK Traffic Reports Contract ($35,091.22, Sep 2026).
9 pre-RFPs tracked at Buena Vista County. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Buena Vista County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Buena Vista County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Buena Vista County buys from, taken from council records. 185 contracts with 123 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Buena Vista County.
Questions about Buena Vista County
How do I become an approved vendor for Buena Vista County?
Buena Vista County currently works with 123 vendors across contract types including INSURANCE, TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, and UTILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 61 known contacts at this agency to help you find the right point of entry. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with Buena Vista County?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Buena Vista County include Buena Vista County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Buena Vista County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Buena Vista County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), suggesting active spending in these areas. The key is timing: reach the right department head while they're still scoping the project, not after the RFP is already live. Monitoring what agencies are discussing and spending on helps you start conversations before the competition.
Where does Buena Vista County publish RFPs?
Buena Vista County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 4 solicitations from Buena Vista County. The most active RFP sectors are Transportation, Administration & Finance, Infrastructure & Maintenance. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Buena Vista County?
At Buena Vista County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include County Engineer’s Office / Secondary Road Department, Buena Vista County Conservation / Parks and Recreation, Emergency Management, Solid Waste, and Engineering. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call. Verified contact details are available for 61 decision-makers at Buena Vista County.
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What does Buena Vista County spend the most on?
Based on 33 tracked contracts, Buena Vista County spends most on Transportation (9), Administration & Finance (8), Infrastructure & Maintenance (6), Capital Projects (5), and Legal & Compliance (5). Contract types include INSURANCE, TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, and UTILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Buena Vista County's current vendors?
Buena Vista County currently works with vendors including AUXIANT, URBAN SDK, ABEL DRAINAGE & EXCAVATING INC, SUNDBLAD, GREG, CROELL, IOWA LAKES ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE, OTIS, and IOWA DOT. These vendors span contract types like INSURANCE, TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, and UTILITIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Buena Vista County working on?
Based on 24 tracked meetings, Buena Vista County is actively discussing: Buena Vista County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Buena Vista County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Buena Vista County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Recreation Board Discusses Ice Rink, Master Plan Input, and Budget Cuts, and Buena Vista Trustees Meeting: Budget, Housing, Landscaping Updates. These meeting topics indicate active project areas where the agency is scoping requirements, allocating budget, or evaluating vendors — often 6–18 months before formal RFPs are published.
How many active solicitations does Buena Vista County have?
Buena Vista County currently has 4 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Transportation (9), Administration & Finance (8), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (6). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.