Jones County bids, RFPs and contracts
IowaPop. 21,253 · jonescountyiowa.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 10 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 46
- 4 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 15
- Contracts
- 2,270
- 996 vendors
The 30-second brief
46 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Jones County's meetings, most in transportation and public works. The latest, from Oct 27: The board had an action item to approve a set of HMA paving plans for Forest Chapel Road, Project No. L-C-950--73-53. The agenda did not name a contractor or record an award, so the item was still at the plan-approval stage on October 27, 2026. This was a road paving project under county engineer review. Decision state: vote scheduled.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Anamosa Dam Bridge Foundation Inc for dillon Military Bridge Sale Agreement Under Consideration (Nov 2026) and John Deere Financial for county Plans to Void Lost John Deere Payment ($265.63, Nov 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Jones County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Jones County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Jones County buys from, taken from council records. 2,270 contracts with 996 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Jones County.
Questions about Jones County
How do I become an approved vendor for Jones County?
Jones County currently works with 996 vendors across contract types including OTHER, EQUIPMENT, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 44 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 Jones County?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Jones County include Jones County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Jones County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Jones County — 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 Jones County publish RFPs?
Jones County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 15 solicitations from Jones County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Jones County?
At Jones County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Jones County Sheriff's Office, Parks & Recreation, Treasurer, and Veterans Services. 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 44 decision-makers at Jones County.
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What does Jones County spend the most on?
Based on 1,787 tracked contracts, Jones County spends most on Capital Projects (925), Public Works (354), Grants (203), Transportation (163), and Public Safety (142). Contract types include OTHER, EQUIPMENT, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Jones County's current vendors?
Jones County currently works with vendors including ANAMOSA DAM BRIDGE FOUNDATION INC, JOHN DEERE FINANCIAL, ALBERTSONS, ROBERG, CANDICE, SHOVER, STEVE & ELIZABETH, CITY OF ANAMOSA, B&J HAULING, IOWA BRIDGE & CULVERT, FAWN CREEK INC DBA FAWN CREEK COUNTRY CLUB, and WAPSI WASTE. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, EQUIPMENT, 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 Jones County working on?
Based on 20 tracked meetings, Jones County is actively discussing: Jones County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Jones County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Jones County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Jones County Board Meeting: Road Program, Budget, and Ordinance Updates, and Jones County Supervisors Meeting: Road Projects, Ordinances & Insurance. 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 Jones County have?
Jones County currently has 15 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (925), Public Works (354), and Grants (203). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.