Clay County bids, RFPs and contracts
IowaPop. 16,202 · claycounty.iowa.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 12 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 60
- 11 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 905
- 471 vendors
- Decision makers
- 43
The 30-second brief
60 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Clay County's meetings, most in information technology and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Oct 13: Clay County listed an item to approve a 28E agreement for the UPS Road construction project. The agenda shows this was scheduled for the October 13, 2026 board meeting, so the decision was still pending at the time of the document. The project is a concrete road work trigger tied to intergovernmental coordination. The next conversation is with the county engineer on scope, schedule, and any related construction roles.
Infrastructure & Maintenance leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Capital Projects and Administration & Finance.
Latest awards: QUADIENT for clay County Approves Quadient Postage Payment ($1,778.35, Oct 2026) and CEMSTONE for clay County Approves Cemstone Concrete Payment ($6,713.00, Oct 2026).
11 new pre-RFPs at Clay County this month. See all 60, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Clay County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Clay County buys from, taken from council records. 905 contracts with 471 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Clay County.
Questions about Clay County
How do I become an approved vendor for Clay County?
Clay County currently works with 471 vendors across contract types including EQUIPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, SUPPLIES, MAINTENANCE, and FOOD_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 43 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 Clay County?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Clay County include Clay County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Clay County Approves Geneva Restoration, Motorola Upgrade & Zoning Changes, and Clay County CRC Meeting: Budget Review, Counsel Retention, Charter Discussion, 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 Clay County publish RFPs?
Clay County 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 Clay County?
At Clay County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Streets & Roads, County Attorney, City Council, 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 43 decision-makers at Clay County.
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What does Clay County spend the most on?
Based on 97 tracked contracts, Clay County spends most on Infrastructure & Maintenance (33), Capital Projects (18), Administration & Finance (17), Environmental Services (17), and Information Technology (12). Contract types include EQUIPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, SUPPLIES, MAINTENANCE, and FOOD_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Clay County's current vendors?
Clay County currently works with vendors including QUADIENT, CEMSTONE, CONSUMERS LUMBER, RED POWER, POMP'S, SIGN SOLUTIONS, HY-VEE, BLACK HILLS, IA LAKES REGIONAL WATER, and SOLUTIONS. These vendors span contract types like EQUIPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, SUPPLIES, MAINTENANCE, and FOOD_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Clay County working on?
Based on 8 tracked meetings, Clay County is actively discussing: Clay County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Clay County Approves Geneva Restoration, Motorola Upgrade & Zoning Changes, Clay County CRC Meeting: Budget Review, Counsel Retention, Charter Discussion, Clay County Planning Commission: Zoning Changes & Development Review, and Clay County Board of Adjustment Reviews Variance Requests, July 24, 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.