City of Maquoketa bids, RFPs and contracts
Maquoketa, IowaPop. 6,027 · maquoketaia.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 14, 2026
- 20 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 63
- 10 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 3+
- Next due Nov 9
- Contracts
- 1,107
- 479 vendors
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63 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Maquoketa's meetings, most in administration & finance and parks & recreation. The latest, from Oct 14: Community Survey Results Informing Strategic Plan.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
3+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 9. Latest awards: Dalton Family Properties LLC for façade Grant Recommended for Dalton Family Properties (Up to $10,000.00, Oct 2026) and Barn of Dreams for maquoketa Considers Barn of Dreams Grant Commitment ($50,000.00 commitment; City obligated to $30,000 if successful as host City of a CAT grant project, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Maquoketa's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Maquoketa is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Maquoketa buys from, taken from council records. 1,107 contracts with 479 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Maquoketa.
Questions about City of Maquoketa
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Maquoketa?
City of Maquoketa currently works with 479 vendors across contract types including OTHER, and LEGAL. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 66 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 Maquoketa?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Maquoketa include City of Maquoketa — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Maquoketa — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Maquoketa — 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 Maquoketa publish RFPs?
City of Maquoketa publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 54 solicitations from City of Maquoketa. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Maquoketa?
At City of Maquoketa, 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 Planning, City Council, Administration, Zoning, 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 66 decision-makers at City of Maquoketa.
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What does City of Maquoketa spend the most on?
Based on 1,017 tracked contracts, City of Maquoketa spends most on Capital Projects (481), Public Works (262), Grants (129), Parks & Recreation (79), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (66). Contract types include OTHER, and LEGAL. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Maquoketa's current vendors?
City of Maquoketa currently works with vendors including DALTON FAMILY PROPERTIES LLC, BARN OF DREAMS, BSPROPS LLC, LYNCH DALLAS, JACKSON COUNTY REGIONAL HEALTH CENTER, MISSISSIPPI VALLEY METALS, CITY OF BELLEVUE, CITY OF PRESTON, and JACKSON COUNTY. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, and LEGAL. 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 Maquoketa working on?
Based on 26 tracked meetings, City of Maquoketa is actively discussing: City of Maquoketa — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Maquoketa — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Maquoketa — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Maquoketa City Council Approves Dispatch Agreement & Infrastructure Updates, and Maquoketa Considers Dispatch Funding Agreement for Future Budgets. 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 Maquoketa have?
City of Maquoketa currently has 54 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (481), Public Works (262), and Grants (129). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.