Buena Vista County
Government Procurement, RFPs & Contracts
8 buying signals are open at Buena Vista County. See all of them free.
- Competitor's Traffic Data Contract Rejected
- County Hiring Public Health Opioid Strategist and Nurse
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Buena Vista County Project Signals8 found
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Buena Vista County: Competitor's Traffic Data Contract Rejected
Buena Vista County has rejected a proposed contract with your tracked competitor, Urban SDK, for tra...
Buena Vista County: County Hiring Public Health Opioid Strategist and Nurse
Buena Vista County has authorized the recruitment of a funded Opioid Strategist/Nurse position suppo...
Buena Vista County: On September 29, 2026 the board approved the first FY'27 budget amendment and adopted Resolution No. 2026-09-29-A. The amendment increased appropriations by $1,769,780, including $270,000 for Capital Projects Fund Dept 81, $151,908 for Capital Projects Fund Dept 22, and $748,498 from ARPA Fund Dept 59. The action is budgeting rather than a procurement, but it signals funded work moving into the next planning cycle.
Budget amendment adds funding to Capital Projects and ARPA facility funds.
Buena Vista County: On September 29, 2026 the board approved and authorized the chair to sign a utility permit for Iowa Lakes Regional Water to bore under 640th St. east of 170th Ave. in Section 26 of Providence Township. The permit was for a private-to-private crossing. This is a small but concrete utility corridor action tied to a named utility provider and a specific location.
On September 29, 2026 the board approved and authorized the chair to sign a utility permit for Iowa Lakes Regional Water to bore under 640th St. east of 170th Ave. in Section 26 of Providence Township. The permit was for a private-to-private crossing. This is a small but concrete utility corridor action tied to a named utility provider and a specific location.
Buena Vista County: On September 22, 2026, Joe Keller said he hoped to get the DNR asbestos report back so he could begin scheduling demolition of the Cherry Corner building. The utilities at the site were already done, but demolition had not yet started. This is an open planning signal tied to a future teardown and any related environmental, abatement, or demolition work.
Awaiting asbestos report to begin scheduling commercial building demolition.
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- How do I become an approved vendor for Buena Vista County?
- Buena Vista County currently works with 1,755 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and INSURANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 61 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 Buena Vista County?
- Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Buena Vista County include Buena Vista County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Buena Vista County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Buena Vista 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 Buena Vista County publish RFPs?
- Buena Vista County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 4 solicitations from Buena Vista County. The most active RFP sectors are Transportation, Administration & Finance, Infrastructure & Maintenance. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
- Who makes purchasing decisions at Buena Vista County?
- At Buena Vista County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include County Engineer’s Office / Secondary Road Department, Buena Vista County Conservation / Parks and Recreation, Emergency Management, Solid Waste, and Engineering. 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 61 decision-makers at Buena Vista County.
- What does Buena Vista County spend the most on?
- Based on 33 tracked contracts, Buena Vista County spends most on Transportation (9), Administration & Finance (8), Infrastructure & Maintenance (6), Capital Projects (5), and Legal & Compliance (5). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and INSURANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
- Who are Buena Vista County's current vendors?
- Buena Vista County currently works with vendors including ABEL DRAINAGE & EXCAVATING INC, URBAN SDK, SUNDBLAD, GREG, PCI, IOWA DOT, AUXIANT, CROELL, IOWA LAKES ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE, and OTIS. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and INSURANCE. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
- What projects is Buena Vista County working on?
- Based on 24 tracked meetings, Buena Vista County is actively discussing: Buena Vista County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Buena Vista County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Buena Vista County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Recreation Board Discusses Ice Rink, Master Plan Input, and Budget Cuts, and Buena Vista Trustees Meeting: Budget, Housing, Landscaping Updates. 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 Buena Vista County have?
- Buena Vista County currently has 4 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Transportation (9), Administration & Finance (8), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (6). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.
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