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City of Howard bids, RFPs and contracts

Nebraska
Latest contract
Jun 10, 2025
17 months ago
Contracts
144
108 vendors
Decision makers
4
Population
175

The 30-second brief

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.

How they buy

Latest awards: BTS for howard County approves BTS Telephone System (Jun 2025) and Chicago Motors for howard County approves vehicle purchase for Sheriffs dept ($36,995.00, Jun 2025).

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Vendors and contracts

Who City of Howard buys from, taken from council records. 144 contracts with 108 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Howard.

Questions about City of Howard

How do I become an approved vendor for City of Howard?

City of Howard currently works with 108 vendors across contract types including Phone System, Vehicle Purchase, Agreement, Cooling System, and Service Agreement. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 4 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 Howard?

Small purchases under NE's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Howard include Howard County Property Valuation Review Concludes, Howard County Board Meeting Highlights: Contracts, Budget, and Infrastructure Plans, and Howard County Commissioners Meeting Summary, 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 Howard publish RFPs?

City of Howard publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NE's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Howard?

At City of Howard, 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, Police, City Attorney, and Fire. 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 4 decision-makers at City of Howard.

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What does City of Howard spend the most on?

Based on 82 tracked contracts, City of Howard spends most on Capital Projects (51), Public Works (13), Grants (12), Professional Services (3), and Public Services (3). Contract types include Phone System, Vehicle Purchase, Agreement, Cooling System, and Service Agreement. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of Howard's current vendors?

City of Howard currently works with vendors including BTS, CHICAGO MOTORS, ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE, WELLS PLUMBING, NEBRASKA GAME & PARKS, STANARD APPRAISAL SERVICES, NEBRASKA GAME & PARKS WILDLIFE, MIDDLETON ELECTRIC, and NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES. These vendors span contract types like Phone System, Vehicle Purchase, Agreement, Cooling System, and Service Agreement. 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 Howard working on?

Based on 3 tracked meetings, City of Howard is actively discussing: Howard County Property Valuation Review Concludes, Howard County Board Meeting Highlights: Contracts, Budget, and Infrastructure Plans, and Howard County Commissioners Meeting Summary. 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.

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