City of Ida Grove bids, RFPs and contracts
IowaPop. 1,986 · idagroveia.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Aug 17, 2026
- 2 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 2
- Bids and RFPs
- 19
- Contracts
- 5
- 5 vendors
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2 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Ida Grove's meetings, most in parks & recreation. The latest, from Aug 17: Library Board Discussing Landscaping Project with Updated Estimate.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Infrastructure & Maintenance and Grants.
Latest awards: Kiwanis Baseball/softball for board to Discuss Kiwanis Sports Reimbursement ($2,689.57, Sep 2026) and Safe Slide Restoration for board to Consider Safe Slide Restoration Contract ($27,136, Aug 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Ida Grove's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Ida Grove has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Ida Grove buys from, taken from council records. 5 contracts with 5 vendors.
Questions about City of Ida Grove
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Ida Grove?
City of Ida Grove currently works with 5 vendors across contract types including OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and LICENSE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with City of Ida Grove?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Ida Grove include Ogden City Council Meeting: Real Estate, Ordinances, and Approvals, 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 Ida Grove publish RFPs?
City of Ida Grove publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 19 solicitations from City of Ida Grove. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Infrastructure & Maintenance, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Ida Grove?
At City of Ida Grove, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call.
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What does City of Ida Grove spend the most on?
Based on 29 tracked contracts, City of Ida Grove spends most on Capital Projects (12), Infrastructure & Maintenance (7), Grants (4), Community & Outreach (3), and Parks & Recreation (3). Contract types include OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and LICENSE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Ida Grove's current vendors?
City of Ida Grove currently works with vendors including KIWANIS BASEBALL/SOFTBALL, SAFE SLIDE RESTORATION, HOUSTON & SEEMAN PC, IOWA FIREFIGHTERS MEMORIAL, and CASEY’S GENERAL STORE. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and LICENSE. 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 Ida Grove working on?
Based on 1 tracked meeting, City of Ida Grove is actively discussing: Ogden City Council Meeting: Real Estate, Ordinances, and Approvals. 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 Ida Grove have?
City of Ida Grove currently has 19 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (12), Infrastructure & Maintenance (7), and Grants (4). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.