City of Ely bids, RFPs and contracts
Ely, IowaPop. 2,366 · elyiowa.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 19, 2026
- 4 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 16
- 3 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 27
- Contracts
- 1,101
- 402 vendors
The 30-second brief
16 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Ely's meetings, most in public works and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 19: The council received a presentation on the Meadowbrook Drainage Preliminary Engineering Plan. The item signals an early-stage drainage and infrastructure planning effort, but the agenda does not show a contract award or budget action. The plan indicates a potential future project path once engineering and funding decisions firm up.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Utilities.
Latest awards: SPACEWALK for commission Discusses Spacewalk Staffing for 2027 Fall Fest (Oct 2026) and Alliant Electric for ely Approves Electric Utility Payments to Alliant ($20,297.54 total across 13 payments, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Ely's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Ely has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Ely buys from, taken from council records. 1,101 contracts with 402 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Ely.
Questions about City of Ely
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Ely?
City of Ely currently works with 402 vendors across contract types including STAFFING, UTILITIES, SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 26 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 Ely?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Ely include City of Ely — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Ely — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Ely — 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 Ely publish RFPs?
City of Ely publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 27 solicitations from City of Ely. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Utilities. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Ely?
At City of Ely, 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 Clerk | Finance | Administration | Legal | Public Works | 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 26 decision-makers at City of Ely.
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What does City of Ely spend the most on?
Based on 451 tracked contracts, City of Ely spends most on Capital Projects (260), Public Works (98), Utilities (43), Infrastructure & Maintenance (29), and Recreation & Community Services (21). Contract types include STAFFING, UTILITIES, SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Ely's current vendors?
City of Ely currently works with vendors including SPACEWALK, ALLIANT ELECTRIC, SOLBERG'S, THEISEN'S, LINCOLNWAY CUSTOM GOLF CARS, GAZETTE COMMUNICATIONS INC, CONCRETE POLYFIX, DH PACE COMPANY, ON THE RUN, and WM OF CEDAR RAPIDS-IOWA CITY. These vendors span contract types like STAFFING, UTILITIES, SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. 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 Ely working on?
Based on 22 tracked meetings, City of Ely is actively discussing: City of Ely — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Ely — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Ely — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Ely City Council Meeting: Budget, Infrastructure, and Contract Actions, and Ely City Council Approves AT&T Lease & Discusses Short-Term Rentals. 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 Ely have?
City of Ely currently has 27 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (260), Public Works (98), and Utilities (43). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.