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City of Davenport bids, RFPs and contracts

City of Davenport logoDavenport, Iowa
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 29, 2026
4 days ago
Pre-RFPs
324
20+ in the last 30 days
Open bids
4+
Next due Nov 9
Contracts
6,698
1,908 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

324 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Davenport's meetings, most in capital projects and transportation. The latest, from Oct 29: Replacement of the 13th and Mound Street railroad bridge.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.

How they buy

4+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 9. Latest awards: Package Express for commission Reviews Package Express Lease Space (Oct 2026) and Ott Leadership for commission Schedules Ott Leadership Lease Discussion (Oct 2026).

324 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 29

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Davenport's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Open bids and RFPs

Solicitations City of Davenport is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Davenport buys from, taken from council records. 6,698 contracts with 1,908 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Davenport.

Questions about City of Davenport

How do I become an approved vendor for City of Davenport?

City of Davenport currently works with 1,908 vendors across contract types including FACILITIES, EQUIPMENT, MAINTENANCE, LEGAL, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 27 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 Davenport?

Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Davenport include City of Davenport — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Davenport — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Davenport — 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 Davenport publish RFPs?

City of Davenport publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 290 solicitations from City of Davenport. 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 Davenport?

At City of Davenport, 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 Public Works, City Council, and Development and Neighborhood Services Department. 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 27 decision-makers at City of Davenport.

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What does City of Davenport spend the most on?

Based on 6,155 tracked contracts, City of Davenport spends most on Capital Projects (3,756), Public Works (1,434), Grants (395), Library (288), and Recreation & Community Services (282). Contract types include FACILITIES, EQUIPMENT, MAINTENANCE, 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 Davenport's current vendors?

City of Davenport currently works with vendors including PACKAGE EXPRESS, OTT LEADERSHIP, RALSTON PURINA, MISSISSIPPI VALLEY BLUES SOCIETY (MVBS), REHRIG PACIFIC COMPANY, AERCOR INC, HUMANE SOCIETY OF SCOTT COUNTY, VISION 2021 LLC, STRATEGIC GOVERNMENT RESOURCES INC, and RELIANT FIRE APPARATUS INC. These vendors span contract types like FACILITIES, EQUIPMENT, MAINTENANCE, 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 Davenport working on?

Based on 28 tracked meetings, City of Davenport is actively discussing: City of Davenport — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Davenport — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Davenport — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Davenport Public Library Board Meeting: Budget, Notary Services, Recognition, and Davenport City Council Meeting: Zoning Changes, Farewells, Public Concerns. 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 Davenport have?

City of Davenport currently has 290 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (3,756), Public Works (1,434), and Grants (395). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.

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