E911 bids, RFPs and contracts
Burlington, Iowadesmoinescounty.iowa.gov/e911- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 9 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 4
- 4 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 176
- 174 vendors
The 30-second brief
4 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in E911's meetings, most in public safety and environmental services. The latest, from Oct 27: County Supervisors Reviewing Jail Lock and Intercom Systems.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Environmental Services and Administration & Finance.
Latest awards: SEINT for board to Consider Amended SEINT 28E Agreement (Nov 2026) and Miracle Car Wash for county Approves Miracle Car Wash Payment ($126.00, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in E911's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who E911 buys from, taken from council records. 176 contracts with 174 vendors.
Questions about E911
How do I become an approved vendor for E911?
E911 currently works with 174 vendors across contract types including OTHER, MAINTENANCE, SUPPLIES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. 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 E911?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (8), Environmental Services (4), and Administration & Finance (2), 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 E911 publish RFPs?
E911 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 E911?
At E911, 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 E911 spend the most on?
Based on 17 tracked contracts, E911 spends most on Capital Projects (8), Environmental Services (4), Administration & Finance (2), Public Works (2), and Public Safety (1). Contract types include OTHER, MAINTENANCE, SUPPLIES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are E911's current vendors?
E911 currently works with vendors including SEINT, MIRACLE CAR WASH, MENARDS -W BURL, UNIFORM DEN INC, SPRINGSTEEN, RYAN, ROBERTS TIRE CENTER, GEOUNLIMITED LLC, SIADSA, TITAN MACHINERY, and MEDIAPOLIS NEWS. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, MAINTENANCE, SUPPLIES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.