City of Remsen bids, RFPs and contracts
IowaPop. 1,663 · remseniowa.org- Latest pre-RFP
- May 27, 2026
- 5 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 1
- Open bids
- 1
- Next due Nov 12
- Contracts
- 48
- 44 vendors
The 30-second brief
1 pre-RFP (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Remsen's meetings, most in capital projects. The latest, from May 27: City Considering Sale of Lots for Future Development.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Recreation & Community Services.
1 open RFP, the next due Nov 12. Latest awards: WELLMARK for employee Health And Dental Insurance Renewal Considered (Oct 2026) and Bibb, Sam for sewer Main Extension Matter Listed for Council Discussion (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Remsen's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Remsen is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Remsen buys from, taken from council records. 48 contracts with 44 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Remsen.
Questions about City of Remsen
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Remsen?
City of Remsen currently works with 44 vendors across contract types including INSURANCE, CONSTRUCTION, LICENSE, OTHER, and FOOD_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 1 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 Remsen?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Remsen include City of Remsen — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Remsen — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Remsen City Council Meeting: Recycling Program and Infrastructure Projects, 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 Remsen publish RFPs?
City of Remsen publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 4 solicitations from City of Remsen. 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 Remsen?
At City of Remsen, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. 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 1 decision-makers at City of Remsen.
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What does City of Remsen spend the most on?
Based on 37 tracked contracts, City of Remsen spends most on Capital Projects (17), Public Works (8), Recreation & Community Services (7), Grants (3), and Public Services (2). Contract types include INSURANCE, CONSTRUCTION, LICENSE, OTHER, and FOOD_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Remsen's current vendors?
City of Remsen currently works with vendors including WELLMARK, BIBB, SAM, VFW, TRIANGLE BAR, FARMER’S CO-OP, RCAC: DEMOLITION DERBY, HEURETZ, DAVE, RCAC DEMOLITION DERBY, and ROLLINS, BRIAN. These vendors span contract types like INSURANCE, CONSTRUCTION, LICENSE, OTHER, and FOOD_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 Remsen working on?
Based on 8 tracked meetings, City of Remsen is actively discussing: City of Remsen — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Remsen — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Remsen City Council Meeting: Recycling Program and Infrastructure Projects, Remsen City Council Meeting: Animal Control, Mosquitoes, West Development, and Remsen Council Considers Pharmacy Grant, Dog Ordinance, Approves Permits. 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 Remsen have?
City of Remsen currently has 4 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (17), Public Works (8), and Recreation & Community Services (7). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.