City of Kanawha bids, RFPs and contracts
IowaPop. 630 · kanawhaiowa.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 25 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 31
- 5 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1
- Next due Nov 20
- Contracts
- 663
- 342 vendors
The 30-second brief
31 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Kanawha's meetings, most in public safety and grants. The latest, from Oct 13: The council listed open tree removal bids under old business, so the city was still in the decision phase on October 13, 2026. No vendor was named in the agenda, but the item shows a live procurement for tree work. A seller would want to confirm scope, bid timing, and whether the city needs removal, hauling, or stump work.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
1 open RFP, the next due Nov 20. Latest awards: Delta Dental for kanawha Council Reviews Delta Dental Renewal (Oct 2026) and GOODELL for kanawha Council Considers Clerk Work With Goodell (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Kanawha's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Kanawha is accepting responses to now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Kanawha buys from, taken from council records. 663 contracts with 342 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Kanawha.
Questions about City of Kanawha
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Kanawha?
City of Kanawha currently works with 342 vendors across contract types including INSURANCE, CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 36 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 Kanawha?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Kanawha include Slater City Council Meeting: Key Approvals and Business Impact, Slater City Council Meeting: Key Decisions on Budget, Fire Services, and Licenses, and Slater City Council Special Session: FY2026 Budget and City Center Project, 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 Kanawha publish RFPs?
City of Kanawha publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 1 solicitations from City of Kanawha. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Kanawha?
At City of Kanawha, 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 Fire, and 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 36 decision-makers at City of Kanawha.
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What does City of Kanawha spend the most on?
Based on 582 tracked contracts, City of Kanawha spends most on Capital Projects (375), Public Works (103), Grants (42), Environmental Services (36), and Public Safety (26). Contract types include INSURANCE, CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Kanawha's current vendors?
City of Kanawha currently works with vendors including DELTA DENTAL, GOODELL, PRINCIPAL, FAUST, EMMA, BAKER, SHIRLEY, WELLMARK, FELD FIRE, NEWMAN SIGNS, WESTRUM LEAK DETECTION, and KARCMARYNSKI, M.. These vendors span contract types like INSURANCE, CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, and SUPPLIES. 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 Kanawha working on?
Based on 8 tracked meetings, City of Kanawha is actively discussing: Slater City Council Meeting: Key Approvals and Business Impact, Slater City Council Meeting: Key Decisions on Budget, Fire Services, and Licenses, Slater City Council Special Session: FY2026 Budget and City Center Project, City of Slater Meeting Summary: Key Decisions, Financials, and Business Impacts, and Slater Council Meeting: Contract Termination and Real Estate Focus. 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 Kanawha have?
City of Kanawha currently has 1 active solicitation. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (375), Public Works (103), and Grants (42). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.