Dickinson County bids, RFPs and contracts
IowaPop. 18,077 · dickinsoncountyiowa.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 14, 2026
- 11 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 78
- 12 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 8
- None open now
- Contracts
- 15,493
- 2,775 vendors
The 30-second brief
78 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Dickinson County's meetings, most in public works and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 14: County Comprehensive Land Use Plan and Community Engagement.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Ahler's Firm for economic Development Plan Engagement Set for Ahler’s Firm (Oct 2026) and Wicks Construction for trail Phase II Contract Set for Wicks Construction Approval (Oct 2026).
12 new pre-RFPs at Dickinson County this month. See all 78, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Dickinson County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Dickinson County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Dickinson County buys from, taken from council records. 15,493 contracts with 2,775 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Dickinson County.
Questions about Dickinson County
How do I become an approved vendor for Dickinson County?
Dickinson County currently works with 2,775 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, UTILITIES, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 22 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 Dickinson County?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Dickinson County include Dickinson County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Dickinson County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Dickinson County — 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 Dickinson County publish RFPs?
Dickinson County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 8 solicitations from Dickinson County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Dickinson County?
At Dickinson County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Assessor. 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 22 decision-makers at Dickinson County.
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What does Dickinson County spend the most on?
Based on 5,234 tracked contracts, Dickinson County spends most on Capital Projects (3,020), Public Works (1,566), Grants (284), Environmental Services (206), and Utilities (158). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, UTILITIES, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Dickinson County's current vendors?
Dickinson County currently works with vendors including AHLER'S FIRM, WICKS CONSTRUCTION, MILFORD, MEDIACOM COMMUNICATIONS, JENNINGS AUTO PARTS, WEX BANK, STOREY KENWORTHY/MATT PARROTT, UPPER DES MOINES OPPORTUNITY INC, and HOFFMAN FILTER SERVICE. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, UTILITIES, 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 Dickinson County working on?
Based on 20 tracked meetings, Dickinson County is actively discussing: Dickinson County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Dickinson County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Dickinson County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Dickinson County Board Revises Employee Wage Increases for FY27, and Dickinson County Board Approves Deputies, Trails Payment & Attorney Resigns. 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 Dickinson County have?
Dickinson County currently has 8 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (3,020), Public Works (1,566), and Grants (284). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.