Drainage Districts bids, RFPs and contracts
Des Moines, Iowapolkcountyiowa.gov/public-works/water-resources/water-resources/drainage-districts- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 16, 2026
- Pre-RFPs
- 5
- 5 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 29
- 29 vendors
The 30-second brief
5 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Drainage Districts's meetings, most in public works and information technology. The latest, from Nov 16: Water Treatment Plant Expansion Variance Review.
Environmental Services leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Capital Projects.
Latest awards: Iowa Department of Revenue for polk County Approves Tobacco Enforcement Agreement (Revenue $2,000; Expense $2,000, Nov 2026) and On Track Construction LLC for culvert Lining Contract Awarded to On Track Construction ($379,960.00, Nov 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Drainage Districts's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Drainage Districts buys from, taken from council records. 29 contracts with 29 vendors.
Questions about Drainage Districts
How do I become an approved vendor for Drainage Districts?
Drainage Districts currently works with 29 vendors across contract types including OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with Drainage Districts?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Environmental Services (6), Grants (6), and Capital Projects (4), 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 Drainage Districts publish RFPs?
Drainage Districts 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 Drainage Districts?
At Drainage Districts, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call.
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What does Drainage Districts spend the most on?
Based on 21 tracked contracts, Drainage Districts spends most on Environmental Services (6), Grants (6), Capital Projects (4), Public Safety (3), and Information Technology (2). Contract types include OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Drainage Districts's current vendors?
Drainage Districts currently works with vendors including IOWA DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE, ON TRACK CONSTRUCTION LLC, CITY OF MITCHELLVILLE, CITY OF JOHNSTON, DUCKS UNLIMITED INC, CITY OF DES MOINES, IOWA, EDMUNDSON ART FOUNDATION INC, DUCKS UNLIMITED, HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOLS, and IOWA EARTH WORKS. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and EQUIPMENT. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.