City of Adel bids, RFPs and contracts
Adel, IowaPop. 7,098 · adeliowa.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 14 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 74
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 3
- None open now
- Contracts
- 3,345
- 925 vendors
The 30-second brief
74 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Adel's meetings, most in capital projects and professional services. The latest, from Oct 20: For the 250th anniversary projects, Nathan Heath was editing drone footage of summer events into a four-segment presentation. Rich Hughes would update the narrative to match the footage, and McQuire Productions had been contacted for the musical portion and said it could help after seeing the footage. The work is underway and could still open follow-on media or production needs.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Parks & Recreation and Grants.
Latest awards: Mcquire Productions for mcQuire Productions Considered for Anniversary Presentation (Oct 2026) and Heath, Nathan for nathan Heath Editing Drone Footage for Anniversary Project (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Adel's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Adel has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Adel buys from, taken from council records. 3,345 contracts with 925 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Adel.
Questions about City of Adel
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Adel?
City of Adel currently works with 925 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 69 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 City of Adel?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Adel include City of Adel — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Adel — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Adel — 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 City of Adel publish RFPs?
City of Adel publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 3 solicitations from City of Adel. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Parks & Recreation, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Adel?
At City of Adel, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. 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 69 decision-makers at City of Adel.
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What does City of Adel spend the most on?
Based on 555 tracked contracts, City of Adel spends most on Capital Projects (259), Parks & Recreation (101), Grants (74), Professional Services (61), and Public Works (60). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Adel's current vendors?
City of Adel currently works with vendors including MCQUIRE PRODUCTIONS, HEATH, NATHAN, CULLIGAN, CORE & MAIN LP, CAPITAL SANITARY SUPPLY, AGRILAND FS INC, IOWA ASSOCIATION OF MUNICIPAL UTILITIES, MIDWEST WHEEL, ADT SECURITY SERVICES, and ADEL HARDWARE. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT, and MAINTENANCE. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is City of Adel working on?
Based on 5 tracked meetings, City of Adel is actively discussing: City of Adel — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Adel — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Adel — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), AHPC Meeting: Grants, Museum Updates, and 250th Anniversary Planning, and Adel Parks & Recreation Meeting: Park Updates, Budget, and Activities. 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 City of Adel have?
City of Adel currently has 3 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (259), Parks & Recreation (101), and Grants (74). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.