City of Calmar bids, RFPs and contracts
IowaPop. 1,098 · calmaria.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 5, 2026
- 28 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 15
- 4 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 3,543
- 971 vendors
- Decision makers
- 5
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15 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Calmar's meetings, most in capital projects and professional services. The latest, from Oct 5: Mandatory Solid Waste Collection Ordinance Tabled.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: IOPONICS ($154.80, Oct 2026) and MIENERGY ($80.24, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Calmar's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Calmar buys from, taken from council records. 3,543 contracts with 971 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Calmar.
Questions about City of Calmar
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Calmar?
City of Calmar currently works with 971 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, UTILITIES, INSURANCE, OTHER, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 5 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 Calmar?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Calmar include City of Calmar — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Calmar — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Calmar — 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 Calmar publish RFPs?
City of Calmar publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Calmar?
At City of Calmar, 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 City Council, and Police. 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 5 decision-makers at City of Calmar.
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What does City of Calmar spend the most on?
Based on 499 tracked contracts, City of Calmar spends most on Capital Projects (252), Public Works (135), Grants (58), Public Safety (31), and Recreation & Community Services (23). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, UTILITIES, INSURANCE, OTHER, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Calmar's current vendors?
City of Calmar currently works with vendors including IOPONICS, MIENERGY, SEH INC, WELLMARK, MIDWEST GEOGRAPHI, UNION, MICROMARKETING, VIKING SOLAR, EUROFINS ENVIRONME, and BRUENING ELECTRIC. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, UTILITIES, INSURANCE, OTHER, and SUPPLIES. 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 Calmar working on?
Based on 12 tracked meetings, City of Calmar is actively discussing: City of Calmar — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Calmar — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Calmar — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Calmar City Council Meeting: 2026 Fiscal Planning and Appointments, and Calmar City Council Meeting: Financials, Hazard Mitigation, Street Report. 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.