City of Jamaica bids, RFPs and contracts
IowaPop. 197 · guthriecounty.gov/about/elected_officials/city/jamaica- Latest contract
- Aug 13, 2025
- 15 months ago
- Contracts
- 3
- 3 vendors
- Decision makers
- 79
- Population
- 197
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Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Notices & Legal Advertising.
Latest awards: Blv Holdings for thrift store may open after property transfer (Aug 2025) and Caseys Marketing for casey's plans new gas station, convenience store (Aug 2025).
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Vendors and contracts
Who City of Jamaica buys from, taken from council records. 3 contracts with 3 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Jamaica.
Questions about City of Jamaica
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Jamaica?
City of Jamaica currently works with 3 vendors across contract types including Purchase, and Painted sign. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 79 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 Jamaica?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Jamaica include Knoxville Planning & Zoning Review: Rezoning & Development Initiatives, and Board of Adjustment Considers Sign, Porch, and Garage Variance Requests, 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 Jamaica publish RFPs?
City of Jamaica publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Jamaica?
At City of Jamaica, 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 Panora, Jamaica, Bayard, and Superintendent. 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 79 decision-makers at City of Jamaica.
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What does City of Jamaica spend the most on?
Based on 8 tracked contracts, City of Jamaica spends most on Capital Projects (3), Public Works (3), and Public Notices & Legal Advertising (2). Contract types include Purchase, and Painted sign. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Jamaica's current vendors?
City of Jamaica currently works with vendors including BLV HOLDINGS, CASEYS MARKETING, and KNOXVILLE PRESERVATION FOUNDATION. These vendors span contract types like Purchase, and Painted sign. 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 Jamaica working on?
Based on 2 tracked meetings, City of Jamaica is actively discussing: Knoxville Planning & Zoning Review: Rezoning & Development Initiatives, and Board of Adjustment Considers Sign, Porch, and Garage Variance Requests. 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.