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City of Traer bids, RFPs and contracts

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Latest pre-RFP
Oct 5, 2026
20 days ago
Pre-RFPs
4
1 in the last 30 days
Bids and RFPs
3
None open now
Contracts
880
277 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

4 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Traer's meetings, most in public works and legal & compliance. The latest, from Oct 5: 2026/2027 Municipal Snow Removal and Sidewalk Maintenance.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Infrastructure & Maintenance.

How they buy

Latest awards: Microbac Laboratories Inc for traer Pays Microbac for Testing Services ($47.50, Sep 2026) and Unitypoint at Work for traer Pays UnityPoint for Drug Testing ($80.00, Sep 2026).

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Traer's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Recent bids and RFPs

Solicitations City of Traer has posted. None are open right now.

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Traer buys from, taken from council records. 880 contracts with 277 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Traer.

Questions about City of Traer

How do I become an approved vendor for City of Traer?

City of Traer currently works with 277 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, TECHNOLOGY, SUPPLIES, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 83 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 Traer?

Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Traer include City of Traer — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Traer — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Traer — 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 Traer publish RFPs?

City of Traer publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 3 solicitations from City of Traer. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Infrastructure & Maintenance. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Traer?

At City of Traer, 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 City Clerk, Utilities, Travel Agent, Parks & Recreation, and Wonders from the Past. 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 83 decision-makers at City of Traer.

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What does City of Traer spend the most on?

Based on 112 tracked contracts, City of Traer spends most on Capital Projects (45), Public Works (32), Infrastructure & Maintenance (14), Administration & Finance (11), and Grants (10). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, TECHNOLOGY, SUPPLIES, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of Traer's current vendors?

City of Traer currently works with vendors including MICROBAC LABORATORIES INC, UNITYPOINT AT WORK, PRECISION LAWN CARE, ACES IT CONSULTING, NAPA AUTO PARTS, SCHENDEL PEST CONTROL, BOUND TREE MEDICAL LLC, BREAKENRIDGE MEMORIAL, COLUMN SOFTWARE PBC, and MOMAR INC. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, TECHNOLOGY, SUPPLIES, and CONSTRUCTION. 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 Traer working on?

Based on 10 tracked meetings, City of Traer is actively discussing: City of Traer — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Traer — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Traer — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Traer City Council Meeting: Snow Removal Bid, Zoning Updates, Park Grant, and Traer City Council Meeting: Infrastructure Projects and Budget Approved. 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 Traer have?

City of Traer currently has 3 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (45), Public Works (32), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (14). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.

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