City of Clarinda bids, RFPs and contracts
Clarinda, IowaPop. 5,273 · bestiowatown.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 14, 2026
- 13 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 13
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 9
- None open now
- Contracts
- 3,831
- 1,041 vendors
The 30-second brief
13 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Clarinda's meetings, most in capital projects and professional services. The latest, from Oct 14: The council agenda scheduled Pay Request No. 4 to A.M. Cohron & Son, Inc. for the North 16th Street Bridge Replacement Project. The request was for $268,713.11, indicating construction work was already underway and progress billing was moving through council review. This is useful for tracking the contractor, remaining project spend, and any follow-on bridge or street work tied to the same project.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: A.M. Cohron & Son Inc for bridge Replacement Pay Request Presented to Clarinda Council ($268,713.11, Oct 2026) and Crain Construction for business Park Improvement Pay Request Presented to Council ($297,773.70, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Clarinda's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Clarinda has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Clarinda buys from, taken from council records. 3,831 contracts with 1,041 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Clarinda.
Questions about City of Clarinda
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Clarinda?
City of Clarinda currently works with 1,041 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 19 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 Clarinda?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Clarinda include City of Clarinda — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Clarinda — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Clarinda — 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 Clarinda publish RFPs?
City of Clarinda publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 9 solicitations from City of Clarinda. 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 Clarinda?
At City of Clarinda, 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 Clarinda Low Rent Housing Authority, Planning, Library, City Council, and City. 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 19 decision-makers at City of Clarinda.
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What does City of Clarinda spend the most on?
Based on 541 tracked contracts, City of Clarinda spends most on Capital Projects (355), Public Works (92), Grants (33), Utilities (32), and Environmental Services (29). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, 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 Clarinda's current vendors?
City of Clarinda currently works with vendors including A.M. COHRON & SON INC, CRAIN CONSTRUCTION, PAPER TIGER SHREDDERS, and STICKLER, DAVE. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, 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 Clarinda working on?
Based on 15 tracked meetings, City of Clarinda is actively discussing: City of Clarinda — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Clarinda — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Clarinda — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Clarinda City Council: Snow Removal Bids, Zoning Hearing, 2024 Audit, and Clarinda City Council to Discuss Business Park Plat and City Finances. 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 Clarinda have?
City of Clarinda currently has 9 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (355), Public Works (92), and Grants (33). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.