Jackson County bids, RFPs and contracts
IowaPop. 19,288 · jacksoncounty.iowa.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 29, 2026
- 5 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 124
- 16 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 14
- Contracts
- 4,312
- 1,244 vendors
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124 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Jackson County's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and professional services. The latest, from Oct 29: County Reviewing Utility Decommissioning Cost Estimates.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Safety.
Latest awards: Furne, Julia Dba Upstream Solutions for jackson County Approves Grant Coordination Contract (Oct 2026) and Furne, Julia for board to Consider Drug-Free Communities Grant Contract (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Jackson County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Jackson County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Jackson County buys from, taken from council records. 4,312 contracts with 1,244 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Jackson County.
Questions about Jackson County
How do I become an approved vendor for Jackson County?
Jackson County currently works with 1,244 vendors across contract types including CONSULTING, OTHER, FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 51 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 Jackson County?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Jackson County include Jackson County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Jackson County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Jackson 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 Jackson County publish RFPs?
Jackson County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 14 solicitations from Jackson County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Public Safety. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Jackson County?
At Jackson County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Board of Supervisors, Engineer's Office & Secondary Roads, Zoning, and Treasurer. 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 51 decision-makers at Jackson County.
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What does Jackson County spend the most on?
Based on 1,889 tracked contracts, Jackson County spends most on Capital Projects (1,180), Public Works (296), Public Safety (141), Grants (138), and Environmental Services (134). Contract types include CONSULTING, OTHER, FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Jackson County's current vendors?
Jackson County currently works with vendors including FURNE, JULIA DBA UPSTREAM SOLUTIONS, FURNE, JULIA, JC HISTORICAL SOCIETY, SENIOR CTR BD, CITY OF ANDREW, CITY OF MONMOUTH, MAQUOKETA CITY, APPLIANCE SOLUTIONS INC, and HAWKEYE AREA COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM INC (HACAP). These vendors span contract types like CONSULTING, OTHER, FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, and EQUIPMENT. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Jackson County working on?
Based on 29 tracked meetings, Jackson County is actively discussing: Jackson County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Jackson County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Jackson County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Jackson County Supervisors Discuss Rezoning, Contracts, and Appointments, and Jackson County Supervisors Meeting: Easements, Ordinances, Budget FY25/26. 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 Jackson County have?
Jackson County currently has 14 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,180), Public Works (296), and Public Safety (141). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.