City of Story bids, RFPs and contracts
Story City, IowaPop. 3,382 · cityofstorycity.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 15, 2026
- 12 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 50
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 3
- None open now
- Contracts
- 3,248
- 947 vendors
The 30-second brief
50 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Story's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 15: Pedestrian Mall Fountain Scheduled for Mechanical & Pipe Repair.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Utilities.
Latest awards: Hill's Backhoe & Tiling for story City Pays Hill’s Backhoe For Water Repairs ($2,994.78, Oct 2026) and BRODART for story City Pays Brodart For Library Books ($172.32; $190.52, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Story's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Story has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Story buys from, taken from council records. 3,248 contracts with 947 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Story.
Questions about City of Story
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Story?
City of Story currently works with 947 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, SUPPLIES, UTILITIES, OTHER, 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 Story?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Story include City of Story — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Story — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Story — 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 Story publish RFPs?
City of Story publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 3 solicitations from City of Story. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Utilities. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Story?
At City of Story, 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 Fire. 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 Story.
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What does City of Story spend the most on?
Based on 805 tracked contracts, City of Story spends most on Capital Projects (426), Public Works (151), Utilities (91), Infrastructure & Maintenance (73), and Parks & Recreation (64). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, SUPPLIES, UTILITIES, OTHER, 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 Story's current vendors?
City of Story currently works with vendors including HILL'S BACKHOE & TILING, BRODART, PHELPS UNIFORM SPECIALISTS, MANATTS, BLACK HILLS ENERGY, FIRESON GROUP, STRAND ASSOCIATES INC, OVERLAND PROPERTY GROUP LLC, HARDING, LANCE, and KONICA MINOLTA. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, SUPPLIES, UTILITIES, OTHER, 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 Story working on?
Based on 23 tracked meetings, City of Story is actively discussing: City of Story — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Story — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Story — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Story City Council Examines Housing Developments, Dec. 23, 2025, and Story City Council Approves Revitalization Plan & Development Agreements. 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 Story have?
City of Story currently has 3 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (426), Public Works (151), and Utilities (91). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.