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City of Johnston bids, RFPs and contracts

City of Johnston logoJohnston, Iowa
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 20, 2026
13 days ago
Pre-RFPs
315
20+ in the last 30 days
Bids and RFPs
110
Contracts
13,617
3,676 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

315 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Johnston's meetings, most in capital projects and information technology. The latest, from Oct 20: Library staffing recruitment and operational support due to staff shortages.

Where the money goes

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

How they buy

Latest awards: TYLER for johnston Considers Tyler Annual ERP SaaS Proposal ($16,589 recurring SaaS fee plus $250 in services; summary total $16,839, Oct 2026) and All Star Concrete LLC for johnston Considers All Star Concrete Roadwork Payment ($281,689.94, Oct 2026).

315 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 20

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Pre-RFP projects

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

Recent bids and RFPs

Solicitations City of Johnston has posted. None are open right now.

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Johnston buys from, taken from council records. 13,617 contracts with 3,676 vendors.

Who decides

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

Questions about City of Johnston

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

City of Johnston currently works with 3,676 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, LICENSE, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 50 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 Johnston?

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

City of Johnston publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 110 solicitations from City of Johnston. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Utilities. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Johnston?

At City of Johnston, 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 Administration, Communications, Public Works (Foth Infrastructure & Environment, LLC consultant), Human Resources, and Fire. 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 50 decision-makers at City of Johnston.

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What does City of Johnston spend the most on?

Based on 5,318 tracked contracts, City of Johnston spends most on Capital Projects (2,901), Public Works (705), Utilities (623), Parks & Recreation (589), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (500). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, LICENSE, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of Johnston's current vendors?

City of Johnston currently works with vendors including TYLER, ALL STAR CONCRETE LLC, TK CONCRETE LLC, S M HENTGES & SONS INC, DES MOINES DIRT WORX, LOCALITY MEDIA LLC, ENCODE360, and PFM FINANCIAL ADVISORS. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, LICENSE, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. 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 Johnston working on?

Based on 13 tracked meetings, City of Johnston is actively discussing: City of Johnston — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Johnston — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Johnston — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Johnston Library Board Considers Finances, Policies, and Building Study, and Johnston Library Board Approves Budget, Copier Replacement, Policy Review. 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 Johnston have?

City of Johnston currently has 110 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,901), Public Works (705), and Utilities (623). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.

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