City of New Sharon bids, RFPs and contracts
IowaPop. 1,247 · newsharoniowa.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 19, 2026
- 19 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 31
- 2 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 1
- None open now
- Contracts
- 2,018
- 683 vendors
The 30-second brief
31 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of New Sharon's meetings, most in public safety and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 19: A motion on a revolving loan application was on the agenda for this October 19, 2026 meeting. The agenda does not name the borrower or amount, so the item is only a funding decision at this stage. Because the application could unlock a project, it is a useful early signal. No award is shown in the agenda text.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Safety.
Latest awards: Homes for Iowa for new Sharon Council to Consider Homes for Iowa Bids (Oct 2026) and PATHFINDERS for new Sharon Council to Consider Pathfinders Contract (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of New Sharon's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of New Sharon has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of New Sharon buys from, taken from council records. 2,018 contracts with 683 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of New Sharon.
Questions about City of New Sharon
How do I become an approved vendor for City of New Sharon?
City of New Sharon currently works with 683 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 8 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 New Sharon?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of New Sharon include City of New Sharon — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of New Sharon — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of New Sharon — 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 New Sharon publish RFPs?
City of New Sharon publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 1 solicitations from City of New Sharon. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Public Safety. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of New Sharon?
At City of New Sharon, 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. 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 8 decision-makers at City of New Sharon.
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What does City of New Sharon spend the most on?
Based on 604 tracked contracts, City of New Sharon spends most on Capital Projects (282), Public Works (114), Public Safety (85), Grants (65), and Equipment (58). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of New Sharon's current vendors?
City of New Sharon currently works with vendors including HOMES FOR IOWA, PATHFINDERS, LEIGHTON BANK, CROW ROW, MIKE PLANTS, RBB LANDSCAPING, and DYE CONSTRUCTIONS. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, and PROFESSIONAL_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 New Sharon working on?
Based on 12 tracked meetings, City of New Sharon is actively discussing: City of New Sharon — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of New Sharon — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of New Sharon — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), New Sharon City Council Meeting: Procurement, Policy, and Local Business, and New Sharon Council Meeting: Police Staffing, Resignation, and Hiring. 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 New Sharon have?
City of New Sharon currently has 1 active solicitation. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (282), Public Works (114), and Public Safety (85). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.