Henry County bids, RFPs and contracts
IowaPop. 19,349 · henrycounty.iowa.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 15, 2026
- 19 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 38
- 5 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 1
- None open now
- Contracts
- 604
- 335 vendors
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38 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Henry County's meetings, most in public works and professional services. The latest, from Oct 15: Considering Contract for Planning & Zoning Duties.
Information Technology leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Professional Services and Administration & Finance.
Latest awards: MCDONALD/HOPKINS for henry County to Consider ICAP Contract with McDonald/Hopkins (Oct 2026) and R.U.S.S. for henry County to Discuss R.U.S.S. Planning Contract (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Henry County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Henry County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Henry County buys from, taken from council records. 604 contracts with 335 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Henry County.
Questions about Henry County
How do I become an approved vendor for Henry County?
Henry County currently works with 335 vendors across contract types including INSURANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, MAINTENANCE, and LEGAL. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 10 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 Henry County?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Information Technology (23), Professional Services (17), and Administration & Finance (12), 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 Henry County publish RFPs?
Henry County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 1 solicitations from Henry County. The most active RFP sectors are Information Technology, Professional Services, Administration & Finance. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Henry County?
At Henry County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Streets & Roads, Clerk of Courts, and City Council. 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 10 decision-makers at Henry County.
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What does Henry County spend the most on?
Based on 76 tracked contracts, Henry County spends most on Information Technology (23), Professional Services (17), Administration & Finance (12), Capital Projects (12), and Public Works (12). Contract types include INSURANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, MAINTENANCE, and LEGAL. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Henry County's current vendors?
Henry County currently works with vendors including MCDONALD/HOPKINS, R.U.S.S., RUSS, HUFFMANS FARM & HOME, TOPNOTCH LAWN CARE, JACK'S TIRE SERVICE, BRICK GENTRY PC, MARC MID-AM RESEARCH CHEM, CDW GOVERNMENT INC, and RICOH USA INC. These vendors span contract types like INSURANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, MAINTENANCE, and LEGAL. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
How many active solicitations does Henry County have?
Henry County currently has 1 active solicitation. These solicitations span sectors including Information Technology (23), Professional Services (17), and Administration & Finance (12). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.