City of Zearing bids, RFPs and contracts
IowaPop. 504 · zearingiowa.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 12, 2026
- 26 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 18
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 597
- 229 vendors
- Decision makers
- 3
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18 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Zearing's meetings, most in environmental services and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 12: Fire Department Approves Purchase of New Pumper Truck.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: Chase Visa for zearing Approves Chase Visa Operating Charges ($1,326.74, Oct 2026) and Hill’s Backhow & Tiling for zearing Approves Valve and Street Repair Payment ($28,358.17, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Zearing's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Zearing buys from, taken from council records. 597 contracts with 229 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Zearing.
Questions about City of Zearing
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Zearing?
City of Zearing currently works with 229 vendors across contract types including SUPPLIES, CONSTRUCTION, UTILITIES, OTHER, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 3 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 Zearing?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Zearing include City of Zearing — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Zearing — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Zearing — 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 Zearing publish RFPs?
City of Zearing 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 Zearing?
At City of Zearing, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. 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 3 decision-makers at City of Zearing.
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What does City of Zearing spend the most on?
Based on 283 tracked contracts, City of Zearing spends most on Capital Projects (138), Public Works (73), Environmental Services (34), Grants (25), and Public Services (13). Contract types include SUPPLIES, CONSTRUCTION, UTILITIES, OTHER, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Zearing's current vendors?
City of Zearing currently works with vendors including CHASE VISA, HILL’S BACKHOW & TILING, MINERV A V ALLEY TELEPHONE, IPERS COLLECTIONS, IOWA REGIONAL UTILITIES ASSOC, US BANK, CENTRAL IOWA DISTRIBUTING, GANNET IOWA LOCALIQ, XEROX FINANCIAL SERVICES, and KEY COOPERATIVE. These vendors span contract types like SUPPLIES, CONSTRUCTION, UTILITIES, OTHER, and EQUIPMENT. 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 Zearing working on?
Based on 19 tracked meetings, City of Zearing is actively discussing: City of Zearing — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Zearing — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Zearing — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Zearing Council: Grant Award, Service Contract, Franchise Fee Discussion, and Zearing City Council Meeting: Franchise Fees, Projects, and Business. 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.