City of Lake Mills bids, RFPs and contracts
IowaPop. 2,050 · lakemillsiowa.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 19, 2026
- 19 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 21
- 3 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 4
- None open now
- Contracts
- 3,576
- 929 vendors
The 30-second brief
21 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Lake Mills's meetings, most in information technology and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 19: The council agenda listed a solid waste agreement with Peterson Sanitation for possible approval. As written, the contract decision was scheduled for the October 19, 2026 meeting and was not yet decided in the agenda. This is the clearest vendor-selection signal on the page and could affect collection scope, terms, or renewal timing if the agreement is extended or revised.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Dgr Engineering for lake Mills to Consider DGR Engineering Rate Study (Oct 2026) and CLARITY for lake Mills to Consider Police Training Agreement (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Lake Mills's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Lake Mills has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Lake Mills buys from, taken from council records. 3,576 contracts with 929 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Lake Mills.
Questions about City of Lake Mills
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Lake Mills?
City of Lake Mills currently works with 929 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 17 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 Lake Mills?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Lake Mills include City of Lake Mills — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), and City of Lake Mills — Procurement Intelligence (February 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 Lake Mills publish RFPs?
City of Lake Mills publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 4 solicitations from City of Lake Mills. 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 Lake Mills?
At City of Lake Mills, 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 Mayor, Administration, City Council, Fire, and Public Works. 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 17 decision-makers at City of Lake Mills.
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What does City of Lake Mills spend the most on?
Based on 402 tracked contracts, City of Lake Mills spends most on Capital Projects (212), Public Works (90), Grants (42), Public Safety (31), and Professional Services (27). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Lake Mills's current vendors?
City of Lake Mills currently works with vendors including DGR ENGINEERING, CLARITY, PETERSON SANITATION, PETERSON CONSTRUCTION, ADAMS GARAGE, TYLER TECHNOLOGIES, COMPRESSED AIR & EQUIP, DAIRYLAND POWER, and HAWKINS INC. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, and TECHNOLOGY. 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 Lake Mills working on?
Based on 2 tracked meetings, City of Lake Mills is actively discussing: City of Lake Mills — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), and City of Lake Mills — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026). 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 Lake Mills have?
City of Lake Mills currently has 4 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (212), Public Works (90), and Grants (42). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.