Audubon County bids, RFPs and contracts
IowaPop. 5,509 · auduboncountyia.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 13 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 61
- 8 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 2
- None open now
- Contracts
- 670
- 377 vendors
The 30-second brief
61 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Audubon County's meetings, most in utilities and information technology. The latest, from Oct 13: County Discussing Website Redesign.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Information Technology.
Latest awards: ACED for audubon County Considers FY27 ACED Allocation Payment (Oct 2026) and Midamerican Energy for audubon County Considers MidAmerican Energy Utility Permit (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Audubon County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Audubon County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Audubon County buys from, taken from council records. 670 contracts with 377 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Audubon County.
Questions about Audubon County
How do I become an approved vendor for Audubon County?
Audubon County currently works with 377 vendors across contract types including OTHER, UTILITIES, FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 21 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 Audubon County?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Audubon County include Audubon County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Audubon County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Audubon 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 Audubon County publish RFPs?
Audubon County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 2 solicitations from Audubon County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Information Technology. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Audubon County?
At Audubon County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Auditor's Office, and Board of Supervisors. 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 21 decision-makers at Audubon County.
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What does Audubon County spend the most on?
Based on 750 tracked contracts, Audubon County spends most on Capital Projects (440), Public Works (120), Information Technology (70), Grants (60), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (60). Contract types include OTHER, UTILITIES, FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Audubon County's current vendors?
Audubon County currently works with vendors including ACED, MIDAMERICAN ENERGY, CITY OF BRAYTON, SNOWFOX DISCOVERY, DNR, NELSON ELECTRIC, GUTHRIE COUNTY REC, and GRABILL, KENT. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, UTILITIES, FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, 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 Audubon County working on?
Based on 21 tracked meetings, Audubon County is actively discussing: Audubon County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Audubon County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Audubon County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Audubon County Supervisors Meeting: Budget, Roads, and FY26 Allocation, and Audubon County Supervisors Meeting: Deputy Contract, Budget & MEI Rates. 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 Audubon County have?
Audubon County currently has 2 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (440), Public Works (120), and Information Technology (70). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.