Monroe County bids, RFPs and contracts
IowaPop. 7,406 · monroecounty.iowa.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 24 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 27
- 3 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 2
- None open now
- Contracts
- 206
- 102 vendors
The 30-second brief
27 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Monroe County's meetings, most in information technology and public safety. The latest, from Oct 13: The board approved hiring two new deputies for the Sheriff’s Office, including one open position and one additional deputy requested by Sheriff Joe Worth. The starting wage is $74,593.22 per hire, and both hires are pending required pre-employment testing and documentation. This is a staffing-driven buying trigger for public safety operations, with the headcount decision made but onboarding still incomplete.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Information Technology and Utilities.
Latest awards: Chariton Valley Electric Cooperative for monroe County to Consider Electric Utility Permit (Oct 2026) and Iowa Department of Administrative Services for monroe County to Consider Second State Lease Amendment (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Monroe County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Monroe County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Monroe County buys from, taken from council records. 206 contracts with 102 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Monroe County.
Questions about Monroe County
How do I become an approved vendor for Monroe County?
Monroe County currently works with 102 vendors across contract types including UTILITIES, FACILITIES, INSURANCE, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 40 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 Monroe County?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (90), Information Technology (23), and Utilities (21), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 Monroe County publish RFPs?
Monroe County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 2 solicitations from Monroe County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Information Technology, Utilities. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Monroe County?
At Monroe County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Treasurer, Parks & Recreation, and Auditor. 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 40 decision-makers at Monroe County.
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What does Monroe County spend the most on?
Based on 166 tracked contracts, Monroe County spends most on Capital Projects (90), Information Technology (23), Utilities (21), Public Safety (16), and Public Works (16). Contract types include UTILITIES, FACILITIES, INSURANCE, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Monroe County's current vendors?
Monroe County currently works with vendors including CHARITON VALLEY ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE, IOWA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES, ICAP, UMB BANK NA, CHARITON VALLEY REGIONAL HOUSING TRUST FUND INC, KENWOOD, and RACOM. These vendors span contract types like UTILITIES, FACILITIES, INSURANCE, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and OTHER. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
How many active solicitations does Monroe County have?
Monroe County currently has 2 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (90), Information Technology (23), and Utilities (21). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.