City of Searsboro bids, RFPs and contracts
IowaPop. 128 · poweshiekcounty.iowa.gov/elected_officials/city/searsboro- Latest contract
- Sep 9, 2025
- 14 months ago
- Contracts
- 53
- 45 vendors
- Decision makers
- 19
- Population
- 128
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Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Library and Grants.
Latest awards: Jq Construction for JQ Construction Payment Approved for Water Project ($15,644.22, Sep 2025) and Verizon Wireless LLC for le Grand Authorizes Verizon for Emergency Alerts (Sep 2025).
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Vendors and contracts
Who City of Searsboro buys from, taken from council records. 53 contracts with 45 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Searsboro.
Questions about City of Searsboro
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Searsboro?
City of Searsboro currently works with 45 vendors across contract types including Construction, Telecommunications, Law Enforcement Protection, Sewer Lift Station, and Engineering Invoice. 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 Searsboro?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Searsboro include Le Grand City Council Meeting: Approving Water Project & More, 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 Searsboro publish RFPs?
City of Searsboro publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Searsboro?
At City of Searsboro, 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 Searsboro, and Brooklyn. 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 Searsboro.
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What does City of Searsboro spend the most on?
Based on 128 tracked contracts, City of Searsboro spends most on Capital Projects (61), Library (39), Grants (14), Public Works (7), and Recreation & Community Services (7). Contract types include Construction, Telecommunications, Law Enforcement Protection, Sewer Lift Station, and Engineering Invoice. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Searsboro's current vendors?
City of Searsboro currently works with vendors including JQ CONSTRUCTION, VERIZON WIRELESS LLC, MARSHALL COUNTY SHERIFF OFFICE, IOWA PUMP WORKS INC, CLAPSADDLEGARBER ASSOCIATE, HEARTLAND BUSINESS, KELLOGG & SEARSBORO, MIDWEST ALARM, GRINNELL VINTAGE CLUB, and GRINNELL HISTORICAL MUSEUM. These vendors span contract types like Construction, Telecommunications, Law Enforcement Protection, Sewer Lift Station, and Engineering Invoice. 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 Searsboro working on?
Based on 1 tracked meeting, City of Searsboro is actively discussing: Le Grand City Council Meeting: Approving Water Project & More. 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.