City of Whiting bids, RFPs and contracts
IowaPop. 738 · sites.google.com/site/cityofwhiting/home- Latest pre-RFP
- Aug 17, 2026
- 2 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 3
- Contracts
- 135
- 85 vendors
- Decision makers
- 6
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3 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Whiting's meetings, most in public safety and library. The latest, from Aug 17: City Adopts Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Infrastructure & Maintenance and Library.
Latest awards: Siouxland District Health ($100.00, Aug 2026) and Kirby’s Market for fuel Purchase for Mowing from Kirby’s Market Approved ($137.00, Aug 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Whiting's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Whiting buys from, taken from council records. 135 contracts with 85 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Whiting.
Questions about City of Whiting
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Whiting?
City of Whiting currently works with 85 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 6 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 Whiting?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (19), Infrastructure & Maintenance (7), and Library (6), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 Whiting publish RFPs?
City of Whiting publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Whiting?
At City of Whiting, 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 Whiting City Council. 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 6 decision-makers at City of Whiting.
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What does City of Whiting spend the most on?
Based on 43 tracked contracts, City of Whiting spends most on Capital Projects (19), Infrastructure & Maintenance (7), Library (6), Public Safety (6), and Public Works (5). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Whiting's current vendors?
City of Whiting currently works with vendors including SIOUXLAND DISTRICT HEALTH, KIRBY’S MARKET, ACCO, IA DNR, SLOAN STATE BANK, STATE HYGIENIC LAB, UTILITY EQUIPMENT COMPANY, BOMGAARS, DAKE PEST CONTROL, and ONAWA DEMOCRAT. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and EQUIPMENT. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.