Des Moines Area MPO bids, RFPs and contracts
Des Moines, Iowadmampo.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 15, 2026
- 19 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 79
- 14 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 10
- None open now
- Contracts
- 1,080
- 346 vendors
The 30-second brief
79 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Des Moines Area MPO's meetings, most in transportation and grants. The latest, from Oct 15: New Trail Condition Report to Drive Future Maintenance.
Transportation leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Capital Projects and Grants.
Latest awards: Jack Faucett Analytics for MPO Recommends Funding Study Negotiations with Jack Faucett ($30,000, Oct 2026) and Snyder & Associates for MPO Considers Snyder Water Trails Schedule Extension (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Des Moines Area MPO's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Des Moines Area MPO has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Des Moines Area MPO buys from, taken from council records. 1,080 contracts with 346 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Des Moines Area MPO.
Questions about Des Moines Area MPO
How do I become an approved vendor for Des Moines Area MPO?
Des Moines Area MPO currently works with 346 vendors across contract types including CONSULTING, CONSTRUCTION, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 9 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 Des Moines Area MPO?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Des Moines Area MPO include Des Moines Area MPO — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Des Moines Area MPO — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Des Moines Area MPO — 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 Des Moines Area MPO publish RFPs?
Des Moines Area MPO publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 10 solicitations from Des Moines Area MPO. The most active RFP sectors are Transportation, Capital Projects, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Des Moines Area MPO?
At Des Moines Area MPO, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include Planning. 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 9 decision-makers at Des Moines Area MPO.
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What does Des Moines Area MPO spend the most on?
Based on 2,537 tracked contracts, Des Moines Area MPO spends most on Transportation (1,092), Capital Projects (742), Grants (404), Public Works (155), and Professional Services (144). Contract types include CONSULTING, CONSTRUCTION, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Des Moines Area MPO's current vendors?
Des Moines Area MPO currently works with vendors including JACK FAUCETT ANALYTICS, SNYDER & ASSOCIATES, IOWA LTAP, AMERICAN TRAILS, 2026 APA QUAD STATE CONFERENCE, and SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL NATIONAL CONFERENCE. These vendors span contract types like CONSULTING, CONSTRUCTION, 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 Des Moines Area MPO working on?
Based on 10 tracked meetings, Des Moines Area MPO is actively discussing: Des Moines Area MPO — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Des Moines Area MPO — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Des Moines Area MPO — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Greater Des Moines Transportation: 2050 Goals, Opportunities, Investments, and MPO Policy Committee Meeting: Infrastructure, Transit, and Funding Updates. 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 Des Moines Area MPO have?
Des Moines Area MPO currently has 10 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Transportation (1,092), Capital Projects (742), and Grants (404). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.