City of Calmar
Government Procurement, RFPs & Contracts
13 buying signals are open at City of Calmar. See all of them free.
- Ordinance #462 is scheduled to create mandatory collection of solid waste and mandatory payment of fees. The agenda gives the new fee range as $11.82 to $12.42 starting December 15, 2026. This is a policy and revenue change rather than a procurement, but it signals a new citywide waste program framework and related service administration.
- Utility Expansion Project Moves to Design & Bidding
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City of Calmar: Ordinance #462 is scheduled to create mandatory collection of solid waste and mandatory payment of fees. The agenda gives the new fee range as $11.82 to $12.42 starting December 15, 2026. This is a policy and revenue change rather than a procurement, but it signals a new citywide waste program framework and related service administration.
Ordinance establishing mandatory solid waste collection and fee framework.
City of Calmar: Utility Expansion Project Moves to Design & Bidding
The city council is set to approve the design and 'bidding proposal' for its 2027 Northside Utility ...
City of Calmar: CDBG-Funded Water Main Project Progressing Through Planning
The city received a project status briefing on its CDBG-funded water main replacement initiative. Th...
City of Calmar: City Promoting Energy Audit Programs
The city is promoting energy audit and technical assistance programs to local businesses and governm...
City of Calmar: City Discussing Flooring Renovation Project
The city council planned a discussion about new flooring in the Depot. This points to a small, upcom...
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- How do I become an approved vendor for City of Calmar?
- Start by reviewing City of Calmar's procurement guidelines and vendor registration. As a city in IA, they maintain an approved vendor list. There are 5 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 City of Calmar?
- Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Calmar include City of Calmar — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Calmar — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Calmar — 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 City of Calmar publish RFPs?
- City of Calmar publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
- Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Calmar?
- At City of Calmar, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. Key departments include City Council, and Police. 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 5 decision-makers at City of Calmar.
- What does City of Calmar spend the most on?
- Based on 498 tracked contracts, City of Calmar spends most on Capital Projects (252), Public Works (134), Grants (58), Public Safety (31), and Recreation & Community Services (23). Contract types include UTILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
- Who are City of Calmar's current vendors?
- City of Calmar currently works with vendors including ALLIANT, SEH, IOWA DEPARTMENT OF REV, POSTMASTER, SCHOTT'S HARDWOOD FLOORS, VISA, KAHN TILE SUPPLY, JOHN DEERE FINANCIAL, and MATHY CONSTRUCTION. These vendors span contract types like UTILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and SUPPLIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
- What projects is City of Calmar working on?
- Based on 12 tracked meetings, City of Calmar is actively discussing: City of Calmar — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Calmar — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Calmar — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Calmar City Council Meeting: 2026 Fiscal Planning and Appointments, and Calmar City Council Meeting: Financials, Hazard Mitigation, Street Report. 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.
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