City of Cambridge bids, RFPs and contracts
IowaPop. 827 · cambridge-ia.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 12, 2026
- 14 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 11
- 2 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 177
- 79 vendors
- Decision makers
- 7
The 30-second brief
11 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Cambridge's meetings, most in public safety and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 12: Fire Department Spends on Radio Maintenance.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Safety and Grants.
Latest awards: Safe Building LLC for cambridge Approves Safe Building Permit Payment ($245.69, Oct 2026) and MENARDS for cambridge Lists Menards Supply Purchase ($2,437.80, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Cambridge's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Cambridge buys from, taken from council records. 177 contracts with 79 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Cambridge.
Questions about City of Cambridge
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Cambridge?
City of Cambridge currently works with 79 vendors across contract types including OTHER, SUPPLIES, CONSTRUCTION, POLICE_SERVICES, and UTILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 7 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 Cambridge?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (10), Public Safety (7), and Grants (3), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 Cambridge publish RFPs?
City of Cambridge 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 Cambridge?
At City of Cambridge, 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 Library. 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 7 decision-makers at City of Cambridge.
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What does City of Cambridge spend the most on?
Based on 26 tracked contracts, City of Cambridge spends most on Capital Projects (10), Public Safety (7), Grants (3), Information Technology (3), and Utilities (3). Contract types include OTHER, SUPPLIES, CONSTRUCTION, POLICE_SERVICES, and UTILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Cambridge's current vendors?
City of Cambridge currently works with vendors including SAFE BUILDING LLC, MENARDS, AMES TRENCHING & EXCAVATING, CITY OF HUXLEY, HUXLEY COMMUNICATIONS, ARNOLD MOTOR SUPPLY, WELLMARK BC/BS, US BANK, TOYNE INC, and COAST TO COAST COMPUTER PROD. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, SUPPLIES, CONSTRUCTION, POLICE_SERVICES, and UTILITIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.