City of Ottumwa bids, RFPs and contracts
Ottumwa, IowaPop. 25,319 · ottumwa.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 4, 2026
- 3 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 203
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 19
- Contracts
- 4,236
- 1,307 vendors
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203 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Ottumwa's meetings, most in public safety and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Nov 4: 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan Updates Underway.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Ottumwa Regional Health for ottumwa Claims Include Regional Health Testing ($277.96, Nov 2026) and Dc Concrete & Construction LLC for ottumwa Claims Include $66,132 Concrete Payment ($66,132.46, Nov 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Ottumwa's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Ottumwa has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Ottumwa buys from, taken from council records. 4,236 contracts with 1,307 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Ottumwa.
Questions about City of Ottumwa
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Ottumwa?
City of Ottumwa currently works with 1,307 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIES, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 207 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 Ottumwa?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Ottumwa include City of Ottumwa — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Ottumwa — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Ottumwa — 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 Ottumwa publish RFPs?
City of Ottumwa publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 19 solicitations from City of Ottumwa. 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 Ottumwa?
At City of Ottumwa, 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 Ottumwa Fire Department, and Solid Waste. 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 207 decision-makers at City of Ottumwa.
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What does City of Ottumwa spend the most on?
Based on 2,035 tracked contracts, City of Ottumwa spends most on Capital Projects (1,072), Public Works (471), Grants (197), Public Safety (158), and Administration & Finance (137). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIES, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Ottumwa's current vendors?
City of Ottumwa currently works with vendors including OTTUMWA REGIONAL HEALTH, DC CONCRETE & CONSTRUCTION LLC, NORRIS ASPHALT PAVING INC, HOWDEN USA COMPANY, STIVER'S FORD OF WAUKEE IA, AED UNITED, DES MOINES REGISTER, ELLIOTT OIL COMPANY, ONSITE SERVICE SOLUTIONS, and MEDCOMPASS. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIES, and MAINTENANCE. 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 Ottumwa working on?
Based on 25 tracked meetings, City of Ottumwa is actively discussing: City of Ottumwa — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Ottumwa — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Ottumwa — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Ottumwa City Council Meeting: Infrastructure, Budget, and Fee Changes, and Ottumwa City Council Meeting: TIF, FY26 Transfers, Security Policy Approved. 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 Ottumwa have?
City of Ottumwa currently has 19 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,072), Public Works (471), and Grants (197). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.