City of Clear Lake bids, RFPs and contracts
IowaPop. 7,601 · cityofclearlake.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 3, 2026
- 4 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 84
- 5 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 3
- None open now
- Contracts
- 991
- 415 vendors
The 30-second brief
84 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Clear Lake's meetings, most in public safety and payroll and pension. The latest, from Nov 3: Engineering design and bidding for upcoming alley projects and South 6th Street.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Safety.
Latest awards: One Vision for clear Lake Considers $100,000 One Vision Pool Support ($100,000, Nov 2026) and SAMSARA for clear Lake Considers Samsara Dash Camera Purchase ($18,864.00 annually; $18,864.00 total license cost for 12 months, Nov 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Clear Lake's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Clear Lake has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Clear Lake buys from, taken from council records. 991 contracts with 415 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Clear Lake.
Questions about City of Clear Lake
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Clear Lake?
City of Clear Lake currently works with 415 vendors across contract types including OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, and LICENSE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 20 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 Clear Lake?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Clear Lake include City of Clear Lake — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Clear Lake — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Clear Lake City Council Meeting Preview: Key Decisions and Economic Impacts, 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 Clear Lake publish RFPs?
City of Clear Lake publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 3 solicitations from City of Clear Lake. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Public Safety. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Clear Lake?
At City of Clear Lake, 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 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 20 decision-makers at City of Clear Lake.
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What does City of Clear Lake spend the most on?
Based on 1,103 tracked contracts, City of Clear Lake spends most on Capital Projects (654), Public Works (204), Public Safety (88), Infrastructure & Maintenance (84), and Grants (73). Contract types include OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, and LICENSE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Clear Lake's current vendors?
City of Clear Lake currently works with vendors including ONE VISION, SAMSARA, ROA ROCHESTER, GYRO PLACE, ROGNES EXCAVATING, STRYKER, and NISS EXCAVATING. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, and LICENSE. 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 Clear Lake working on?
Based on 8 tracked meetings, City of Clear Lake is actively discussing: City of Clear Lake — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Clear Lake — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Clear Lake City Council Meeting Preview: Key Decisions and Economic Impacts, City Council Meeting: Key Approvals, Projects, and Financial Overview, and Clear Lake City Council Meeting: 2024 Audit & Zoning Changes Approved. 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 City of Clear Lake have?
City of Clear Lake currently has 3 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (654), Public Works (204), and Public Safety (88). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.