City of Underwood bids, RFPs and contracts
IowaPop. 955 · Underwoodia.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 14 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 23
- 5 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 1
- None open now
- Contracts
- 1,846
- 533 vendors
The 30-second brief
23 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Underwood's meetings, most in utilities and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 13: During the Streets report, Pingel raised the 3rd Avenue road crack and said he wants it repaired before winter, with further discussion and review to come. No contract or bid was approved yet, so the need is still open. This is a practical maintenance signal tied to an upcoming seasonal deadline.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Utilities.
Latest awards: EFTPS for underwood Lists Second EFTPS Payment for Approval ($2,758.85, Oct 2026) and VERIZON for underwood Lists Verizon Telecommunications Payment ($2,657.59, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Underwood's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Underwood has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Underwood buys from, taken from council records. 1,846 contracts with 533 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Underwood.
Questions about City of Underwood
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Underwood?
City of Underwood currently works with 533 vendors across contract types including OTHER, UTILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, INSURANCE, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 2 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 Underwood?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Underwood include City of Underwood — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Underwood — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Underwood — 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 Underwood publish RFPs?
City of Underwood publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 1 solicitations from City of Underwood. 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 Underwood?
At City of Underwood, 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 Public Works. 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 2 decision-makers at City of Underwood.
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What does City of Underwood spend the most on?
Based on 342 tracked contracts, City of Underwood spends most on Capital Projects (164), Public Works (100), Utilities (29), Grants (25), and Environmental Services (24). Contract types include OTHER, UTILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, INSURANCE, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Underwood's current vendors?
City of Underwood currently works with vendors including EFTPS, VERIZON, MCCARTHY TRENCHING, UNITED HEALTHCARE, US POSTMASTER, IOWA WORKFORCE, IPERS, PRINCIPAL, and MIDAMERICAN ENERGY. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, UTILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, INSURANCE, and SUPPLIES. 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 Underwood working on?
Based on 12 tracked meetings, City of Underwood is actively discussing: City of Underwood — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Underwood — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Underwood — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Underwood Budget Amendment Hearing: WWTP Upgrade & Revenue Increases, and Underwood City Council Meeting: Infrastructure, Planning, & Community Events. 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 Underwood have?
City of Underwood currently has 1 active solicitation. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (164), Public Works (100), and Utilities (29). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.