City of Pella bids, RFPs and contracts
Pella, IowaPop. 10,992 · cityofpella.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 7 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 120
- 12 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 192
- Contracts
- 1,046
- 361 vendors
The 30-second brief
120 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Pella's meetings, most in capital projects and parks & recreation. The latest, from Oct 20: At its October 20, 2026 meeting, the council was set to adopt the Pella Parks & Recreation Master Plan prepared by Confluence. The plan lays out long-term priorities such as an indoor aquatics site redesign, playground replacement, trail upgrades, a future neighborhood park, and pond and restroom improvements. Adoption does not fund any one project, but it creates the roadmap that will drive later budgeting, capital planning, and grants.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Recreation & Community Services.
Latest awards: CONFLUENCE for pella Approved Comprehensive Plan Agreement with Confluence (Oct 2026) and Iowa Rush South Soccer Club for pella Approves Fall Soccer Agreement with Iowa Rush (Oct 2026).
12 new pre-RFPs at City of Pella this month. See all 120, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Pella's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Pella has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Pella buys from, taken from council records. 1,046 contracts with 361 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Pella.
Questions about City of Pella
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Pella?
City of Pella currently works with 361 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, TECHNOLOGY, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 133 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 Pella?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Pella include City of Pella — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Pella — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Pella — 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 Pella publish RFPs?
City of Pella publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 192 solicitations from City of Pella. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Recreation & Community Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Pella?
At City of Pella, 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, Parks & Recreation, Fire, Utilities, and City Attorney. 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 133 decision-makers at City of Pella.
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What does City of Pella spend the most on?
Based on 1,531 tracked contracts, City of Pella spends most on Capital Projects (929), Public Works (227), Recreation & Community Services (152), Grants (123), and Library (100). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, TECHNOLOGY, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Pella's current vendors?
City of Pella currently works with vendors including CONFLUENCE, IOWA RUSH SOUTH SOCCER CLUB, TK CONCRETE INC, SIRSI, STAHL CONSTRUCTION, PELLA CONCRETE CONTRACTORS, IOWA DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE, O&J COATINGS, and EDWARD JONES. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, TECHNOLOGY, and OTHER. 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 Pella working on?
Based on 27 tracked meetings, City of Pella is actively discussing: City of Pella — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Pella — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Pella — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Pella City Council Meeting: Key Decisions, Opportunities, and Outcomes, and Pella Planning and Zoning Meeting: Subdivision Plats & City Planning. 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 Pella have?
City of Pella currently has 192 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (929), Public Works (227), and Recreation & Community Services (152). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.