City of Emmetsburg bids, RFPs and contracts
Emmetsburg, IowaPop. 3,684 · emmetsburg.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 14 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 14
- 4 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 10
- None open now
- Contracts
- 182
- 104 vendors
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14 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Emmetsburg's meetings, most in equipment and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 13: Wastewater Treatment Facility Pauses HVAC Repairs for Scope Review.
Grants leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Capital Projects and Public Works.
Latest awards: Palo Alto County Gaming Development Corporation for emmetsburg Considers Palo Alto County Grant Agreement (Oct 2026) and D & J Tree Service for emmetsburg Considers Tree Removal Pay Request ($153,220.32, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Emmetsburg's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Emmetsburg has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Emmetsburg buys from, taken from council records. 182 contracts with 104 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Emmetsburg.
Questions about City of Emmetsburg
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Emmetsburg?
City of Emmetsburg currently works with 104 vendors across contract types including OTHER, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 28 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 Emmetsburg?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Emmetsburg include City of Emmetsburg — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Emmetsburg — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Emmetsburg — 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 Emmetsburg publish RFPs?
City of Emmetsburg publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 10 solicitations from City of Emmetsburg. The most active RFP sectors are Grants, Capital Projects, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Emmetsburg?
At City of Emmetsburg, 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 Facilities Management, Parks & Recreation, and Library. 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 28 decision-makers at City of Emmetsburg.
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What does City of Emmetsburg spend the most on?
Based on 153 tracked contracts, City of Emmetsburg spends most on Grants (48), Capital Projects (42), Public Works (41), Professional Services (12), and Recreation & Community Services (10). Contract types include OTHER, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, 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 Emmetsburg's current vendors?
City of Emmetsburg currently works with vendors including PALO ALTO COUNTY GAMING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, D & J TREE SERVICE, MCCLURE, DEGEN, NANCY, KESTERSON, DON, JANS SEN, RANDY, CHISM, RENEE, COZINE, NANCY, CTS SERVICES, and JT JONES CONSTRUCTION. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, 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 Emmetsburg working on?
Based on 8 tracked meetings, City of Emmetsburg is actively discussing: City of Emmetsburg — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Emmetsburg — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Emmetsburg — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Emmetsburg City Council Meeting: FY25 Audit, Chamber Grant, Highway 4, and Emmetsburg Council: Grant Approvals, Community Projects & Personnel Items. 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 Emmetsburg have?
City of Emmetsburg currently has 10 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Grants (48), Capital Projects (42), and Public Works (41). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.