Winnebago County bids, RFPs and contracts
IowaPop. 10,251 · winnebagocountyiowa.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 25 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 41
- 2 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 4
- None open now
- Contracts
- 13,610
- 2,834 vendors
The 30-second brief
41 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Winnebago County's meetings, most in public safety and legal & compliance. The latest, from Oct 13: At its October 13, 2026 meeting, the board continued research on amendments to the zoning ordinance for new technology. The discussion on an AI policy was tabled, so the policy decision remains open. This is an early signal for policy review, legal drafting, and technology governance support rather than a закупка. Next step is further board research and a later decision.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Safety and Public Works.
Latest awards: City of Forest City for county Approves Forest City Utility Payment ($403.21, Oct 2026) and WCTA for county Approves WCTA Loan Payment ($36,985.97, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Winnebago County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Winnebago County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Winnebago County buys from, taken from council records. 13,610 contracts with 2,834 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Winnebago County.
Questions about Winnebago County
How do I become an approved vendor for Winnebago County?
Winnebago County currently works with 2,834 vendors across contract types including UTILITIES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 68 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 Winnebago County?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Winnebago County include Winnebago County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Winnebago County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Winnebago 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 Winnebago County publish RFPs?
Winnebago County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 4 solicitations from Winnebago County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Safety, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Winnebago County?
At Winnebago County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. 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 68 decision-makers at Winnebago County.
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What does Winnebago County spend the most on?
Based on 2,657 tracked contracts, Winnebago County spends most on Capital Projects (1,236), Public Safety (406), Public Works (400), Grants (361), and Information Technology (254). Contract types include UTILITIES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Winnebago County's current vendors?
Winnebago County currently works with vendors including CITY OF FOREST CITY, WCTA, MDS RECORDS MANAGEMENT, SINGELSTAD HARDWARE, JCL SOLUTIONS, CITY OF THOMPSON, GOLD EAGLE COOP, AH HERMEL COMPANY, HANCOCK CO HEALTH SYSTEM, and CITY OF LAKE MILLS. These vendors span contract types like UTILITIES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, 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 Winnebago County working on?
Based on 25 tracked meetings, Winnebago County is actively discussing: Winnebago County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Winnebago County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Winnebago County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Winnebago County Supervisors Meeting: DD25, Roads, Budget - Dec 9, 2025, and Winnebago County Supervisors Meeting: Approvals, Roads, Claims (Dec 2, 2025). 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 Winnebago County have?
Winnebago County currently has 4 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,236), Public Safety (406), and Public Works (400). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.