City of Dubuque bids, RFPs and contracts
Dubuque, IowaPop. 59,148 · cityofdubuque.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 7 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 152
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Nov 6
- Contracts
- 4,092
- 1,648 vendors
The 30-second brief
152 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Dubuque's meetings, most in professional services and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Oct 20: Stakeholder Engagement Plan Approved for City Manager Recruitment.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 6. Latest awards: Foth Infrastructure & Environment LLC for city Files Foth Utility Engineering Services Contract (Oct 2026) and Carrico Aquatic Resources for city Files Carrico Aquatic Resources Contract (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Dubuque's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Dubuque is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Dubuque buys from, taken from council records. 4,092 contracts with 1,648 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Dubuque.
Questions about City of Dubuque
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Dubuque?
City of Dubuque currently works with 1,648 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, FACILITIES, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 238 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 Dubuque?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Dubuque include City of Dubuque — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Dubuque — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Dubuque — 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 Dubuque publish RFPs?
City of Dubuque publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 437 solicitations from City of Dubuque. 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 Dubuque?
At City of Dubuque, 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 Water, Utility Billing, Transportation Services, Information Technology, and Human Rights. 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 238 decision-makers at City of Dubuque.
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What does City of Dubuque spend the most on?
Based on 5,387 tracked contracts, City of Dubuque spends most on Capital Projects (3,572), Public Works (706), Grants (702), Recreation & Community Services (215), and Environmental Services (192). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, FACILITIES, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Dubuque's current vendors?
City of Dubuque currently works with vendors including FOTH INFRASTRUCTURE & ENVIRONMENT LLC, CARRICO AQUATIC RESOURCES, BLUFF STREET NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION, STRAND ASSOCIATES INC, ORIGIN DESIGN COMPANY, TIM HILDRETH BOILER COMPANY, SANCHEZ LANDSCAPING INC, TOP GRADE EXCAVATING, and DUBUQUE VISITING NURSE ASSOCIATION. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, FACILITIES, and CONSTRUCTION. 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 Dubuque working on?
Based on 22 tracked meetings, City of Dubuque is actively discussing: City of Dubuque — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Dubuque — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Dubuque — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Dubuque: Water & Resource Recovery Center Upgrades Project Bids Sought, and HAP Contract: City of Dubuque & The Rose of Dubuque, L.P. Agreement. 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 Dubuque have?
City of Dubuque currently has 437 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (3,572), Public Works (706), and Grants (702). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.