City of Garner bids, RFPs and contracts
IowaPop. 3,029 · garneriowa.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 12 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 17
- 6 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 2
- None open now
- Contracts
- 312
- 204 vendors
The 30-second brief
17 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Garner's meetings, most in capital projects and utilities. The latest, from Oct 13: The council was scheduled to approve Pay Estimate No. 2 for the UV Disinfection System Project in the amount of $31,221.77 to Henkel Construction Company. This indicates the water or wastewater treatment upgrade was already in implementation and the contractor was seeking progress payment. The useful next conversation is about remaining construction, startup, and any maintenance or closeout work.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Recreation & Community Services.
Latest awards: Henkel Construction Company for garner Considers $31,222 UV Project Payment ($31,221.77, Oct 2026) and METLIFE for garner Council Considers MetLife Vision Insurance Renewal (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Garner's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Garner has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Garner buys from, taken from council records. 312 contracts with 204 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Garner.
Questions about City of Garner
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Garner?
City of Garner currently works with 204 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, INSURANCE, EQUIPMENT, MAINTENANCE, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 28 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 Garner?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Garner include City of Garner — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Garner — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Garner — 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 Garner publish RFPs?
City of Garner publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 2 solicitations from City of Garner. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Recreation & Community Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Garner?
At City of Garner, 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 Public Works Department, 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 28 decision-makers at City of Garner.
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What does City of Garner spend the most on?
Based on 383 tracked contracts, City of Garner spends most on Capital Projects (239), Public Works (57), Recreation & Community Services (38), Public Safety (25), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (24). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, INSURANCE, EQUIPMENT, MAINTENANCE, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Garner's current vendors?
City of Garner currently works with vendors including HENKEL CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, METLIFE, CASE, MALEK'S LAWN & TREE, MET LIFE, HEARTLAND ASPHALT INC, and CASEYS MARKETING COMPANY. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, INSURANCE, EQUIPMENT, MAINTENANCE, and OTHER. 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 Garner working on?
Based on 11 tracked meetings, City of Garner is actively discussing: City of Garner — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Garner — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Garner — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Garner City Council Meeting: New Hires, Meeting Times, and Key Appointments, and Garner City Council to Discuss Finances, Urban Renewal and Solar Projects. 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 Garner have?
City of Garner currently has 2 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (239), Public Works (57), and Recreation & Community Services (38). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.