City of Walcott bids, RFPs and contracts
IowaPop. 1,530 · cityofwalcott.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 19, 2026
- 14 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 22
- 3 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 3
- None open now
- Contracts
- 1,704
- 464 vendors
The 30-second brief
22 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Walcott's meetings, most in capital projects and professional services. The latest, from Oct 19: The council agenda scheduled discussion and a potential vote on the 2027 employee insurance benefits renewal. The document did not name the carrier, premium, or plan details. This item was listed for the October 19, 2026 meeting and no action was recorded in the agenda. Decision state: vote scheduled.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Parks & Recreation.
Latest awards: Sterling Partners I LLC ($53,130.81, Oct 2026) and Ke Flatwork Inc for walcott Reviews $88,754 Well Project Payment Request ($88,754.02, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Walcott's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Walcott has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Walcott buys from, taken from council records. 1,704 contracts with 464 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Walcott.
Questions about City of Walcott
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Walcott?
City of Walcott currently works with 464 vendors across contract types including OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, SERVICES, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 25 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 Walcott?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Walcott include City of Walcott — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Walcott City Council Meeting: Trail, Vacancy, Snow Plowing, Expenditures, and Walcott City Council Meeting: Trucking Museum, ADA Parking, and Finances, 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 Walcott publish RFPs?
City of Walcott publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 3 solicitations from City of Walcott. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Parks & Recreation. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Walcott?
At City of Walcott, 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 Walcott Cemetery Company, Church, Police, City Council, and Walcott Hearts & Hands Foundation. 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 25 decision-makers at City of Walcott.
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What does City of Walcott spend the most on?
Based on 364 tracked contracts, City of Walcott spends most on Capital Projects (148), Public Works (91), Parks & Recreation (43), Utilities (42), and Public Safety (40). Contract types include OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, SERVICES, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Walcott's current vendors?
City of Walcott currently works with vendors including STERLING PARTNERS I LLC, KE FLATWORK INC, HURST, MACQUEEN, ALFIE PACKERS, IOWA 80 GROUP, BADGER METER CO, HORIHAN, TIMOTHY, BI-STATE REGIONAL COMM., and ALLIANT ENERGY. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, SERVICES, and SUPPLIES. 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 Walcott working on?
Based on 14 tracked meetings, City of Walcott is actively discussing: City of Walcott — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Walcott City Council Meeting: Trail, Vacancy, Snow Plowing, Expenditures, Walcott City Council Meeting: Trucking Museum, ADA Parking, and Finances, Walcott City Council: Urban Renewal, Budget Items, Infrastructure Projects, and Walcott City Council Discusses Urban Renewal and Law Enforcement Aid. 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 Walcott have?
City of Walcott currently has 3 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (148), Public Works (91), and Parks & Recreation (43). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.