City of Carroll bids, RFPs and contracts
Carroll, IowaPop. 10,085 · cityofcarroll.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 12, 2026
- 15 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 41
- 7 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 16
- Contracts
- 10,125
- 1,986 vendors
The 30-second brief
41 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Carroll's meetings, most in capital projects and grants. The latest, from Oct 12: At its October 12, 2026 meeting, the council considered an amendment to the residential solid waste hauling agreement with Ray's Refuse, Inc. and SGS, LLC dba Carroll Refuse Service. The change would add a quarterly fuel surcharge tied to the U.S. Energy Information Administration diesel index, with September 2026 implying a $0.39 surcharge per cart. The item was scheduled for council action and extends the existing hauler contract relationship.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Feld Fire Equipment Co for carroll Pays Feld Fire Equipment for Safety Services ($425.68, Oct 2026) and Champion Ford Inc for carroll Pays Champion Ford for Police Vehicle Repair ($1,848.17, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Carroll's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Carroll has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Carroll buys from, taken from council records. 10,125 contracts with 1,986 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Carroll.
Questions about City of Carroll
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Carroll?
City of Carroll currently works with 1,986 vendors across contract types including MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LEGAL, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 17 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 Carroll?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Carroll include City of Carroll — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Carroll — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Carroll — 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 Carroll publish RFPs?
City of Carroll publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 16 solicitations from City of Carroll. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Carroll?
At City of Carroll, 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 17 decision-makers at City of Carroll.
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What does City of Carroll spend the most on?
Based on 1,474 tracked contracts, City of Carroll spends most on Capital Projects (890), Public Works (246), Grants (164), Recreation & Community Services (108), and Parks & Recreation (66). Contract types include MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LEGAL, 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 Carroll's current vendors?
City of Carroll currently works with vendors including FELD FIRE EQUIPMENT CO, CHAMPION FORD INC, JERRY'S AUTO SERVICE, SNYDER & ASSOCIATES INC, MICROBAC LABORATORIES INC, AHLERS & COONEY PC, IOWA INFORMATION MEDIA GROUP, IOWA DEPT OF NATURAL RESOURCES, and STATE HYGIENIC LABORATORY-AR. These vendors span contract types like MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LEGAL, 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 Carroll working on?
Based on 7 tracked meetings, City of Carroll is actively discussing: City of Carroll — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Carroll — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Carroll — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Carroll City Council: Planning Session Summary & Business Opportunities, and Carroll City Council: Outside Agency Funding, Building Codes, & AFFF PFAS. 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 Carroll have?
City of Carroll currently has 16 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (890), Public Works (246), and Grants (164). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.