City of Dover bids, RFPs and contracts
IdahoPop. 1,164 · cityofdover.id.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 8, 2026
- 30 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 35
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 10
- None open now
- Contracts
- 233
- 94 vendors
The 30-second brief
35 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Dover's meetings, most in environmental services and transportation. The latest, from Oct 8: The council listed a water cost of service and rate design study for review and approval. The agenda does not name a consultant or dollar amount, but it shows the city was working through utility pricing and cost allocation before any rate action. Sellers of rate, finance, and utility analysis services would watch for the next decision point at this meeting.
Administration & Finance leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Capital Projects and Public Works.
Latest awards: Perspective Planning & Development for DURA Considers Closeout Assistance Proposal From Perspective (Oct 2026) and Presnell Gage PLLC for DURA Considers Financial Statement Audit By Presnell Gage (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Dover's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Dover has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Dover buys from, taken from council records. 233 contracts with 94 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Dover.
Questions about City of Dover
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Dover?
City of Dover currently works with 94 vendors across contract types including CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FOOD_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 23 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 Dover?
Small purchases under ID's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Dover include Public Hearing: Dover Comprehensive Plan & Land Use Map Amendment (Dec 8), Dover Urban Forestry Management Plan: Summary of Business Implications, and Westgate Emergency Exit Project: Costs, Approvals, and Options Analysis, 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 Dover publish RFPs?
City of Dover publishes formal RFPs on its official website and ID's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 10 solicitations from City of Dover. The most active RFP sectors are Administration & Finance, Capital Projects, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Dover?
At City of Dover, 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 J-u-b Engineers, Inc, City Council, Ruen-yeager and Associates, and Administration. 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 23 decision-makers at City of Dover.
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What does City of Dover spend the most on?
Based on 106 tracked contracts, City of Dover spends most on Administration & Finance (36), Capital Projects (28), Public Works (15), Environmental Services (14), and Professional Services (13). Contract types include CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FOOD_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Dover's current vendors?
City of Dover currently works with vendors including PERSPECTIVE PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT, PRESNELL GAGE PLLC, MANN & STANKE, HMH, EICHARDT'S, LIPPERT EXCAVATION & PIPELINE, and J-U-B. These vendors span contract types like CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FOOD_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. 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 Dover working on?
Based on 3 tracked meetings, City of Dover is actively discussing: Public Hearing: Dover Comprehensive Plan & Land Use Map Amendment (Dec 8), Dover Urban Forestry Management Plan: Summary of Business Implications, and Westgate Emergency Exit Project: Costs, Approvals, and Options Analysis. 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 Dover have?
City of Dover currently has 10 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Administration & Finance (36), Capital Projects (28), and Public Works (15). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, ID's state portal, and other sources.