Buchanan County bids, RFPs and contracts
IowaPop. 20,883 · buchanancounty.iowa.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 12, 2026
- 10 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 69
- 13 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 18
- Contracts
- 1,528
- 678 vendors
The 30-second brief
69 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Buchanan County's meetings, most in public works and public health. The latest, from Oct 12: County Scoping Kutshaw Bridge Replacement and Infrastructure Repairs.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: Office Towne for office Towne Selected for EOC Wiring and Device Upgrades ($11,238.48, Apr 2026) and Dolgencorp LLC for county Approves Dolgencorp Liquor License Ownership Change (Apr 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Buchanan County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Buchanan County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Buchanan County buys from, taken from council records. 1,528 contracts with 678 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Buchanan County.
Questions about Buchanan County
How do I become an approved vendor for Buchanan County?
Buchanan County currently works with 678 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, LICENSE, CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 8 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 Buchanan County?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Buchanan County include Buchanan County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Buchanan County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Buchanan 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 Buchanan County publish RFPs?
Buchanan County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 18 solicitations from Buchanan County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Buchanan County?
At Buchanan County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Recorder, Treasurer, Information Technology, Streets & Roads, and City Council. 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 8 decision-makers at Buchanan County.
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What does Buchanan County spend the most on?
Based on 1,292 tracked contracts, Buchanan County spends most on Capital Projects (775), Public Works (232), Environmental Services (111), County Taxes (90), and Recreation & Community Services (84). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, LICENSE, CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Buchanan County's current vendors?
Buchanan County currently works with vendors including OFFICE TOWNE, DOLGENCORP LLC, PETERSON CONTRACTORS INC, KLUESNER SANITATION, GARDINER + COMPANY, JOHN DEERE, BRISLAWN LOGGING, DON'S TRUCK SALES, and FLYNN COMPANY INC. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, LICENSE, CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Buchanan County working on?
Based on 28 tracked meetings, Buchanan County is actively discussing: Buchanan County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Buchanan County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Buchanan County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Buchanan County Supervisors: Compensation, Moratoriums, and Budget Discussions, and Buchanan County Supervisors Address Moratorium, Appointments, Energy Workshop. 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 Buchanan County have?
Buchanan County currently has 18 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (775), Public Works (232), and Environmental Services (111). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.