Headwaters of the South Skunk Watershed Management Auth bids, RFPs and contracts
Nevada, Iowastorycountyiowa.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Aug 18, 2026
- 2 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 5
- Contracts
- 223
- 186 vendors
The 30-second brief
5 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Headwaters of the South Skunk Watershed Management Auth's meetings, most in public safety and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Aug 18: At its August 18, 2026 meeting the Board approved a service agreement between the Gilbert Community School District and Story County Sheriff for law enforcement services effective 9/4/26-10/9/26. The agreement sets a minimum of two hours at $80.00 per hour per deputy or $40.00 per hour per reserve deputy. This is a short-term, scheduled deployment that may recur if the district needs continued coverage.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Professional Services and Public Safety.
Latest awards: Shive Hattery for shive Hattery Agreement Amended for Beach Improvements (Not to exceed $69,700.00, Aug 2026) and ERGOMETRICS for ergometrics Testing License Approved for Sheriff’s Office (Not to exceed $1,050.00, Aug 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Headwaters of the South Skunk Watershed Management Auth's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Headwaters of the South Skunk Watershed Management Auth buys from, taken from council records. 223 contracts with 186 vendors.
Questions about Headwaters of the South Skunk Watershed Management Auth
How do I become an approved vendor for Headwaters of the South Skunk Watershed Management Auth?
Headwaters of the South Skunk Watershed Management Auth currently works with 186 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LICENSE, INSURANCE, CONSULTING, and CONSTRUCTION. 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 Headwaters of the South Skunk Watershed Management Auth?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (5), Professional Services (4), and Public Safety (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 Headwaters of the South Skunk Watershed Management Auth publish RFPs?
Headwaters of the South Skunk Watershed Management Auth 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 Headwaters of the South Skunk Watershed Management Auth?
At Headwaters of the South Skunk Watershed Management Auth, 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 Headwaters of the South Skunk Watershed Management Auth spend the most on?
Based on 16 tracked contracts, Headwaters of the South Skunk Watershed Management Auth spends most on Capital Projects (5), Professional Services (4), Public Safety (4), Grants (2), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (1). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LICENSE, INSURANCE, CONSULTING, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Headwaters of the South Skunk Watershed Management Auth's current vendors?
Headwaters of the South Skunk Watershed Management Auth currently works with vendors including SHIVE HATTERY, ERGOMETRICS, GILBERT COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, KNAPP TEDESCO INSURANCE, TERRACON CONSULTANTS INC, BARBOUR, CATHRYN, CALIBER CONCRETE LLC, AMES GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB, GORHAM STERLING FARMS INC, and HOUSTON ENGINEERING INC. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LICENSE, INSURANCE, CONSULTING, and CONSTRUCTION. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.