City of Hawarden bids, RFPs and contracts
IowaPop. 2,665 · cityofhawarden.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 14, 2026
- 12 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 34
- 6 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 5
- None open now
- Contracts
- 2,083
- 606 vendors
The 30-second brief
34 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Hawarden's meetings, most in public works and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 14: Grant-Funded Fire Alarm Replacement for City Office Building.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Utilities and Public Works.
Latest awards: Digi-key Electronics for digi-Key Electronics Utility Supplies Listed ($29.14, Oct 2026) and Iowa State University for iowa State University Training Payment Listed ($272.00, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Hawarden's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Hawarden has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Hawarden buys from, taken from council records. 2,083 contracts with 606 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Hawarden.
Questions about City of Hawarden
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Hawarden?
City of Hawarden currently works with 606 vendors across contract types including SUPPLIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and MAINTENANCE. 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 Hawarden?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Hawarden include City of Hawarden — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Hawarden — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Hawarden — 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 Hawarden publish RFPs?
City of Hawarden publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 5 solicitations from City of Hawarden. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Utilities, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Hawarden?
At City of Hawarden, 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 Emergency Communications. 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 Hawarden.
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What does City of Hawarden spend the most on?
Based on 467 tracked contracts, City of Hawarden spends most on Capital Projects (249), Utilities (76), Public Works (52), Grants (47), and Public Safety (43). Contract types include SUPPLIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Hawarden's current vendors?
City of Hawarden currently works with vendors including DIGI-KEY ELECTRONICS, IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY, IOWA INFORMATION INC, BOUND TREE MEDICAL LLC, MIDWEST ALARM FIRE, INGRAM LIBRARY SERVICES, UPS, SUNSHINE FOODS, DGR ENGINEERING, and CULLIGAN WATER CONDITIONING. These vendors span contract types like SUPPLIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and MAINTENANCE. 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 Hawarden working on?
Based on 17 tracked meetings, City of Hawarden is actively discussing: City of Hawarden — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Hawarden — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Hawarden — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Hawarden City Council Meeting: Real Estate Sales, Cable Fees, FY26 Wages, and Hawarden City Council Meeting: Actions on Contracts, Fees, and Community. 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 Hawarden have?
City of Hawarden currently has 5 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (249), Utilities (76), and Public Works (52). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.