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City of Le Mars bids, RFPs and contracts

City of Le Mars logoLe Mars, Iowa
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 21, 2026
13 days ago
Pre-RFPs
90
20+ in the last 30 days
Bids and RFPs
154
Contracts
866
422 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

90 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Le Mars's meetings, most in capital projects and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Oct 21: Painting pedestrian crosswalk stripes across the highway to improve pedestrian safety.

Where the money goes

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

How they buy

Latest awards: KEMPS for le Mars Schedules Wastewater Agreement With Kemps (Oct 2026) and Umb Bank N.A. for le Mars Names UMB Bank Bond Paying Agent (Oct 2026).

90 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 21

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Pre-RFP projects

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

Recent bids and RFPs

Solicitations City of Le Mars has posted. None are open right now.

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Le Mars buys from, taken from council records. 866 contracts with 422 vendors.

Who decides

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

Questions about City of Le Mars

How do I become an approved vendor for City of Le Mars?

City of Le Mars currently works with 422 vendors across contract types including UTILITIES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, LEGAL, MAINTENANCE, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 83 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 Le Mars?

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

City of Le Mars publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 154 solicitations from City of Le Mars. 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 Le Mars?

At City of Le Mars, 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 Police, Fire, Water, Public Works, and Wastewater. 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 83 decision-makers at City of Le Mars.

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What does City of Le Mars spend the most on?

Based on 692 tracked contracts, City of Le Mars spends most on Capital Projects (423), Public Works (114), Utilities (58), Parks & Recreation (55), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (42). Contract types include UTILITIES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, LEGAL, MAINTENANCE, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of Le Mars's current vendors?

City of Le Mars currently works with vendors including KEMPS, UMB BANK N.A., WELLS, DORSEY & WHITNEY LLP, D.A. DAVIDSON & CO., LANGEL'S PLUMBING, HEATING, NIPPON SANSO MATHESON I..., PLUMB SUPPLY COMPANY, MIDWEST BREATHING AIR SYSTEMS, and BEKINS FIRE & SAFETY. These vendors span contract types like UTILITIES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, LEGAL, MAINTENANCE, and EQUIPMENT. 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 Le Mars working on?

Based on 22 tracked meetings, City of Le Mars is actively discussing: City of Le Mars — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Le Mars — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Le Mars — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Le Mars Council Approves Contracts, Hwy 75 Project, & Wage Increases, and Le Mars Council OKs $45.7M Wastewater Loan & Dogwood Park Zoning Changes. 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 Le Mars have?

City of Le Mars currently has 154 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (423), Public Works (114), and Utilities (58). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.

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