City of Fort Madison bids, RFPs and contracts
Fort Madison, IowaPop. 9,935 · fortmadison-ia.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 2, 2026
- Today
- Pre-RFPs
- 68
- 3 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 124
- Contracts
- 1,139
- 501 vendors
The 30-second brief
68 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Fort Madison's meetings, most in public safety and legal & compliance. The latest, from Nov 2: At the October 5, 2026 meeting, McClure Engineering gave an update on the Airport Capital Improvement Plan (ACIP) for the FAA. The commission said the November 2, 2026 meeting would be used to finalize the ACIP plan and send it to the FAA for draft review before council approval in December. The plan also noted no federal project in several years after the wildlife protection fence project, with a fuel system project next funded in 2037. The November 2 packet included the five-year airport capital improvement program.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Library.
Latest awards: Mcclure Engineering for mcClure Engineering Supports Airport Capital Planning (Nov 2026) and John Deere for airport Commission Discusses John Deere Tractor Replacement ($50,000-$58,000, Nov 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Fort Madison's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Fort Madison has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Fort Madison buys from, taken from council records. 1,139 contracts with 501 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Fort Madison.
Questions about City of Fort Madison
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Fort Madison?
City of Fort Madison currently works with 501 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIES, UTILITIES, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 29 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 Fort Madison?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Fort Madison include City of Fort Madison — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Fort Madison — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Fort Madison — 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 Fort Madison publish RFPs?
City of Fort Madison publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 124 solicitations from City of Fort Madison. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Library. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Fort Madison?
At City of Fort Madison, 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 Finance, Wastewater, Utilities, and Public Works. 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 29 decision-makers at City of Fort Madison.
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What does City of Fort Madison spend the most on?
Based on 419 tracked contracts, City of Fort Madison spends most on Capital Projects (253), Public Works (74), Library (33), Grants (32), and Public Safety (27). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIES, UTILITIES, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Fort Madison's current vendors?
City of Fort Madison currently works with vendors including MCCLURE ENGINEERING, JOHN DEERE, CLENDINENG, SARAH, MIDAMERICAN ENERGY COMPANY, CULLEN PEST CONTROL, ACCESS LEASING SYSTEM, USA BLUE BOOK, EXCEL IT SERVICES, and JL TIME & ATTENDANCE COMPANY INC. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIES, UTILITIES, and MAINTENANCE. 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 Fort Madison working on?
Based on 3 tracked meetings, City of Fort Madison is actively discussing: City of Fort Madison — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Fort Madison — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Fort Madison — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026). 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 Fort Madison have?
City of Fort Madison currently has 124 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (253), Public Works (74), and Library (33). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.