City of Allison bids, RFPs and contracts
IowaPop. 933 · cityofallisonia.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 12, 2026
- 25 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 13
- 3 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2
- Next due Nov 9
- Contracts
- 141
- 85 vendors
The 30-second brief
13 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Allison's meetings, most in public safety and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 12: Resolution #26-10.03 proposed selling the real estate at 410 N Main Street, the old City Hall, at auction and setting a public hearing. The council had not yet acted on the sale at this agenda, so the decision was still pending. This is a real estate disposition and could affect redevelopment, broker, auction, or property-services work tied to the site.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
2 open RFPs, the next due Nov 9. Latest awards: Steege Construction for allison Approves Steege Construction Roof Replacement Permit (Oct 2026) and Fehr Graham for allison Considers Fehr Graham for City Engineer Role (Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Allison's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Allison is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Allison buys from, taken from council records. 141 contracts with 85 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Allison.
Questions about City of Allison
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Allison?
City of Allison currently works with 85 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 6 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 Allison?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Allison include City of Allison — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Allison — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Allison — 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 Allison publish RFPs?
City of Allison publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 4 solicitations from City of Allison. 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 City of Allison?
At City of Allison, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. Key departments include Library, City maintenance/public works, Public Works, and City Administration / City Clerk. 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 6 decision-makers at City of Allison.
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What does City of Allison spend the most on?
Based on 290 tracked contracts, City of Allison spends most on Capital Projects (172), Public Works (86), Environmental Services (15), Administration & Finance (9), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (8). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Allison's current vendors?
City of Allison currently works with vendors including STEEGE CONSTRUCTION, FEHR GRAHAM, V & K, SEH, CLAPSADDLE GARBER, WHKS, SCHULTZ, CHIP, LJP/JENDRO, FIVE DIFFERENT ENGINEERING FIRMS, and ALLISON VET CLINIC. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and OTHER. 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 Allison working on?
Based on 24 tracked meetings, City of Allison is actively discussing: City of Allison — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Allison — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Allison — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Allison City Council Meeting: Cemetery Bids & Water System Updates, and Allison City Council Approves Lagoon Funding Transfer & Snow Removal Bids. 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 Allison have?
City of Allison currently has 4 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (172), Public Works (86), and Environmental Services (15). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.