City of Prairie bids, RFPs and contracts
IowaPop. 1,724 · prairiecityiowa.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 16, 2026
- 51 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 28
- Bids and RFPs
- 2
- None open now
- Contracts
- 310
- 182 vendors
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28 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Prairie's meetings, most in parks & recreation and information technology. The latest, from Sep 16: Municipal Tree Removals and Stump Grinding Maintenance.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Recreation & Community Services.
Latest awards: Crossroads Pipe & Grading Inc for crossroads Pipe Submits $5,350 Service Line Estimate ($5,350.00, Sep 2026) and Dk Plumbing & Excavating for DK Plumbing Bid Submitted for Water Line Installation ($6,500.00, Sep 2026).
28 pre-RFPs tracked at City of Prairie. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Prairie's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Prairie has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Prairie buys from, taken from council records. 310 contracts with 182 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Prairie.
Questions about City of Prairie
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Prairie?
City of Prairie currently works with 182 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, LEGAL, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 19 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 Prairie?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Prairie include City of Prairie — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Prairie — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Prairie — 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 Prairie publish RFPs?
City of Prairie publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 2 solicitations from City of Prairie. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Recreation & Community Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Prairie?
At City of Prairie, 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 Emergency Management, Fire, Public Works, Police, and Parks and Rec. 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 19 decision-makers at City of Prairie.
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What does City of Prairie spend the most on?
Based on 261 tracked contracts, City of Prairie spends most on Capital Projects (114), Public Works (83), Recreation & Community Services (28), Information Technology (18), and Public Safety (18). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, LEGAL, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Prairie's current vendors?
City of Prairie currently works with vendors including CROSSROADS PIPE & GRADING INC, DK PLUMBING & EXCAVATING, VAN RYSWYK PLUMBING & HEATING, FIRST INTERSTATE BANK, FNBO, STRYKER, BRICK GENTRY LAW FIRM, MSA, PRAIRIE CITY FOODS, and ROOF, GERDES, ERLBACHER, PLC. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, LEGAL, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. 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 Prairie working on?
Based on 9 tracked meetings, City of Prairie is actively discussing: City of Prairie — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Prairie — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Prairie — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Prairie City Council Meeting: Infrastructure, Personnel & Financials, and Prairie City Council: Urban Renewal, TIF, Xerox Firewall & Water Conference. 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 Prairie have?
City of Prairie currently has 2 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (114), Public Works (83), and Recreation & Community Services (28). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.