City of Mount Vernon bids, RFPs and contracts
Mount Vernon, IowaPop. 4,514 · cityofmtvernon-ia.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 19, 2026
- 8 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 90
- 10 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 7
- None open now
- Contracts
- 3,215
- 760 vendors
The 30-second brief
90 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Mount Vernon's meetings, most in information technology and utilities. The latest, from Oct 19: The council scheduled action on the final plat and dedication for Cornell College Third Addition. This is a land-use approval tied to a specific development area, so the practical buying signal is in the site development and any follow-on civil work needed to build it out. The item was not decided yet at this meeting.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Consulting and Construction.
Latest awards: Rapids Reproductions Inc for mt. Vernon Approves Rapids Reproductions Payment ($755.65, Oct 2026) and Intermedia Communications for mt. Vernon Approves Intermedia City Hall Phone Service ($352.12, Oct 2026).
10 new pre-RFPs at City of Mount Vernon this month. See all 90, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Mount Vernon's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Mount Vernon has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Mount Vernon buys from, taken from council records. 3,215 contracts with 760 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Mount Vernon.
Questions about City of Mount Vernon
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Mount Vernon?
City of Mount Vernon currently works with 760 vendors across contract types including SUPPLIES, UTILITIES, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 23 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 Mount Vernon?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Mount Vernon include City of Mount Vernon — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Mount Vernon — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and June 2025 Police Report Highlights: Commercial Impact and Public Safety, 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 Mount Vernon publish RFPs?
City of Mount Vernon publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 7 solicitations from City of Mount Vernon. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Consulting, Construction. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Mount Vernon?
At City of Mount Vernon, 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 Mayor's Office, Community Development, Public Works, Parks & Recreation, and Zoning. 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 23 decision-makers at City of Mount Vernon.
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What does City of Mount Vernon spend the most on?
Based on 1,926 tracked contracts, City of Mount Vernon spends most on Capital Projects (655), Consulting (450), Construction (350), Public Works (305), and Real Estate (166). Contract types include SUPPLIES, UTILITIES, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Mount Vernon's current vendors?
City of Mount Vernon currently works with vendors including RAPIDS REPRODUCTIONS INC, INTERMEDIA COMMUNICATIONS, HUBSPOT INC, STATE HYGIENIC LAB, VEENSTRA & KIMM INC, CUMMINS SALES & SERVICE, LINN CO-OP OIL COMPANY, LYNCH COLLISION CENTER, P&K MIDWEST INC, and CYPRESS SOLUTIONS. These vendors span contract types like SUPPLIES, UTILITIES, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and MAINTENANCE. 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 Mount Vernon working on?
Based on 4 tracked meetings, City of Mount Vernon is actively discussing: City of Mount Vernon — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Mount Vernon — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), June 2025 Police Report Highlights: Commercial Impact and Public Safety, and Mount Vernon City Council Meeting: January 6, 2025. 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 Mount Vernon have?
City of Mount Vernon currently has 7 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (655), Consulting (450), and Construction (350). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.