City of Knoxville bids, RFPs and contracts
Knoxville, IowaPop. 7,469 · knoxvilleia.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 25 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 27
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 141
- Contracts
- 2,691
- 772 vendors
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27 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Knoxville's meetings, most in capital projects and professional services. The latest, from Oct 13: Airport Commission Planning Five-Year FAA Capital Improvement Program.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Safety.
Latest awards: Iowa Communities Assurance Pool for knoxville Considers Revised Iowa Risk Management Agreement (Oct 2026) and Mi Casa Grande for class C Retail Alcohol License Approved for Mi Casa Grande (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Knoxville's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Knoxville has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Knoxville buys from, taken from council records. 2,691 contracts with 772 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Knoxville.
Questions about City of Knoxville
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Knoxville?
City of Knoxville currently works with 772 vendors across contract types including INSURANCE, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LEGAL, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 29 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 Knoxville?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Knoxville include City of Knoxville — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Knoxville — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Knoxville — 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 Knoxville publish RFPs?
City of Knoxville publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 141 solicitations from City of Knoxville. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Public Safety. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Knoxville?
At City of Knoxville, 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 Public Works, Mayor's Office, Planning, Police, and City Council. 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 29 decision-makers at City of Knoxville.
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What does City of Knoxville spend the most on?
Based on 721 tracked contracts, City of Knoxville spends most on Capital Projects (439), Public Works (107), Public Safety (87), Grants (44), and Recreation & Community Services (44). Contract types include INSURANCE, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LEGAL, 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 Knoxville's current vendors?
City of Knoxville currently works with vendors including IOWA COMMUNITIES ASSURANCE POOL, MI CASA GRANDE, SHAWVER AVIATION LLC, POWESHIEK COUNTY SHERIFF, RAMAEKER ENTERPRISES INC, LOCKE, MENNINGA PEST CONTROL, O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE INC, and FINISH LINE LAUNDRY LLC. These vendors span contract types like INSURANCE, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LEGAL, 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 Knoxville working on?
Based on 20 tracked meetings, City of Knoxville is actively discussing: City of Knoxville — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Knoxville — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Knoxville — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Knoxville Public Safety Building Re-Bid: Contractor Opportunities, and Knoxville City Council Approves Ladder Truck & Sets Public Hearings. 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 Knoxville have?
City of Knoxville currently has 141 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (439), Public Works (107), and Public Safety (87). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.