City of Gilbertville bids, RFPs and contracts
IowaPop. 786 · gilbertvilleia.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 5, 2026
- 22 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 12
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 1
- None open now
- Contracts
- 1,758
- 445 vendors
The 30-second brief
12 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Gilbertville's meetings, most in public safety and information technology. The latest, from Oct 5: Road Closure and Event Perimeter Planning for Gilbertville Days.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Safety.
Latest awards: Alpine Communication for alpine Communication Services Payment Approved ($634.93, Oct 2026) and Black Hawk County Engineer for raymond Road Project Payment Approved ($6,975.41, Oct 2026).
1 new pre-RFP at City of Gilbertville this month. See all 12, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Gilbertville's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Gilbertville has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Gilbertville buys from, taken from council records. 1,758 contracts with 445 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Gilbertville.
Questions about City of Gilbertville
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Gilbertville?
City of Gilbertville currently works with 445 vendors across contract types including UTILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 5 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 Gilbertville?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Gilbertville include City of Gilbertville — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Gilbertville — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Gilbertville — 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 Gilbertville publish RFPs?
City of Gilbertville publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 1 solicitations from City of Gilbertville. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Public Safety. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Gilbertville?
At City of Gilbertville, 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 Building & Inspections, Administration, and City Clerk. 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 5 decision-makers at City of Gilbertville.
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What does City of Gilbertville spend the most on?
Based on 471 tracked contracts, City of Gilbertville spends most on Capital Projects (255), Public Works (106), Public Safety (56), Infrastructure & Maintenance (30), and Administration & Finance (24). Contract types include UTILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, 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 Gilbertville's current vendors?
City of Gilbertville currently works with vendors including ALPINE COMMUNICATION, BLACK HAWK COUNTY ENGINEER, IOWA LEAGUE OF CITIES, VESTIS, VISA/GRAHAM, MIDAMERICIAN ENERGY, WEX BANK, VERIZON WIRELESS, DANKO EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT, and MICROBAC LABORTORIES INC. These vendors span contract types like UTILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, 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 Gilbertville working on?
Based on 6 tracked meetings, City of Gilbertville is actively discussing: City of Gilbertville — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Gilbertville — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Gilbertville — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Gilbertville Council: Budget Amendments, Hearings & Economic Initiatives, and Council Considers Water Disconnections, Variance & "Shouse" Regulations. 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 Gilbertville have?
City of Gilbertville currently has 1 active solicitation. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (255), Public Works (106), and Public Safety (56). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.