City of Solon bids, RFPs and contracts
Solon, IowaPop. 3,345 · solon-iowa.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 15, 2026
- 8 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 26
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 3
- None open now
- Contracts
- 187
- 116 vendors
The 30-second brief
26 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Solon's meetings, most in capital projects and public works. The latest, from Oct 15: Public Library Assessing Need for Meeting Rooms and Programming Space.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Recreation & Community Services.
Latest awards: Maxwell Construction for solon Considers Maxwell Construction Sewer Connection Work (Oct 2026) and Viking Industrial Painting for solon Completes Water Tower Project with Viking Painting (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Solon's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Solon has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Solon buys from, taken from council records. 187 contracts with 116 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Solon.
Questions about City of Solon
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Solon?
City of Solon currently works with 116 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FOOD_SERVICES, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 18 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 Solon?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Solon include City of Solon — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Solon — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Solon City Council Reviews Wastewater Plant & Floodplain Ordinance, 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 Solon publish RFPs?
City of Solon publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 3 solicitations from City of Solon. 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 Solon?
At City of Solon, 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 Solon Public Library, Public Works, Finance, City Council, and Parks & Recreation. 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 18 decision-makers at City of Solon.
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What does City of Solon spend the most on?
Based on 546 tracked contracts, City of Solon spends most on Capital Projects (333), Public Works (143), Recreation & Community Services (35), Administration & Finance (19), and Library (16). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FOOD_SERVICES, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Solon's current vendors?
City of Solon currently works with vendors including MAXWELL CONSTRUCTION, VIKING INDUSTRIAL PAINTING, KRONLAGE & OLSON PC, WATTS GROUP DEVELOPMENT INC, SAM’S MAIN ST. MARKET, CASEY’S GENERAL STORES 1200 S MARKET, CASEY’S GENERAL STORES 203, STEBRAL CONSTRUCTION, and BONE DASH. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FOOD_SERVICES, and OTHER. 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 Solon working on?
Based on 25 tracked meetings, City of Solon is actively discussing: City of Solon — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Solon — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Solon City Council Reviews Wastewater Plant & Floodplain Ordinance, Solon City Council Meeting: TIFs, Finance Reports, and City Hall Remodel, and Solon City Council Meeting: Hazard Mitigation Plan & Real Estate Discussion. 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 Solon have?
City of Solon currently has 3 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (333), Public Works (143), and Recreation & Community Services (35). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.