City of Marquette bids, RFPs and contracts
IowaPop. 436 · marquetteiowa.city- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 14 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 12
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 6
- None open now
- Contracts
- 142
- 80 vendors
The 30-second brief
12 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Marquette's meetings, most in capital projects and administration & finance. The latest, from Oct 13: The council placed the 25/26 urban renewal report and TIF debt certification on the agenda. This is a finance and redevelopment planning signal tied to tax increment financing (TIF), not a vendor award. It matters because it can shape future project funding and redevelopment spending.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: CASEYS for marquette Renews Caseys Liquor License (Sep 2026) and CASEY'S for casey's Liquor License Renewal on Consent Agenda (Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Marquette's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Marquette has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Marquette buys from, taken from council records. 142 contracts with 80 vendors.
Questions about City of Marquette
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Marquette?
City of Marquette currently works with 80 vendors across contract types including OTHER, LICENSE, CONSTRUCTION, and UTILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with City of Marquette?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Marquette include City of Marquette — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Marquette — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Marquette — 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 Marquette publish RFPs?
City of Marquette publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 6 solicitations from City of Marquette. 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 Marquette?
At City of Marquette, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call.
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What does City of Marquette spend the most on?
Based on 228 tracked contracts, City of Marquette spends most on Capital Projects (112), Public Works (54), Grants (22), Parks & Recreation (20), and Utilities (20). Contract types include OTHER, LICENSE, CONSTRUCTION, and UTILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Marquette's current vendors?
City of Marquette currently works with vendors including CASEYS, CASEY'S, PIRC-TOBIN CONSTRUCTION, PIRC-TOBIN CONSTRUCTION INC, THREE RIVERS, BACON CONCRETE LLC, PIRC TOBIN CONSTRUCTION, and BACON CONCRETE. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, LICENSE, CONSTRUCTION, and UTILITIES. 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 Marquette working on?
Based on 6 tracked meetings, City of Marquette is actively discussing: City of Marquette — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Marquette — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Marquette — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Marquette City Council Meeting: Budget, Docks, and Housing Trust Fund, and Marquette Council Approves Budget, Contracts, and Community Projects. 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 Marquette have?
City of Marquette currently has 6 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (112), Public Works (54), and Grants (22). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.