Marshall County bids, RFPs and contracts
IowaPop. 39,890 · marshallcountyia.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 21, 2026
- 13 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 80
- 6 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 11
- Contracts
- 2,708
- 845 vendors
The 30-second brief
80 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Marshall County's meetings, most in environmental services and professional services. The latest, from Oct 21: Data center ordinance discussion and work session to establish new regulatory standards for data centers in unincorporated areas.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
Latest awards: Marshall County Sheriff’s Office for sheriff’s Office Named Rabies Contact (Jul 2026) and West Marshall Golf Course Association Dba Lincoln Valley Golf for alcohol License Renewed for Lincoln Valley Golf Course (Jul 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Marshall County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Marshall County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Marshall County buys from, taken from council records. 2,708 contracts with 845 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Marshall County.
Questions about Marshall County
How do I become an approved vendor for Marshall County?
Marshall County currently works with 845 vendors across contract types including OTHER, LICENSE, EQUIPMENT, FACILITIES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 74 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 Marshall County?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Marshall County include Marshall County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Marshall County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), and Marshall County — Procurement Intelligence (February 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 Marshall County publish RFPs?
Marshall County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 11 solicitations from Marshall County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Marshall County?
At Marshall County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Police, and Assessor. 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 74 decision-makers at Marshall County.
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What does Marshall County spend the most on?
Based on 2,146 tracked contracts, Marshall County spends most on Capital Projects (1,283), Grants (269), Public Works (255), Public Safety (223), and Equipment (116). Contract types include OTHER, LICENSE, EQUIPMENT, FACILITIES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Marshall County's current vendors?
Marshall County currently works with vendors including MARSHALL COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE, WEST MARSHALL GOLF COURSE ASSOCIATION DBA LINCOLN VALLEY GOLF, RK DIXON, ZIEGLER CAT, MARSHALLTOWN DEVELOPMENT GROUP LLC, PRIME STOP INC, SNYDER AND ASSOCIATES, MARSHALL COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH, and STATE CENTER POLICE DEPARTMENT. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, LICENSE, EQUIPMENT, FACILITIES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Marshall County working on?
Based on 30 tracked meetings, Marshall County is actively discussing: Marshall County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Marshall County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Marshall County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Marshall County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Marshall County Supervisors Meeting: Bridge Funding, NIMS, and Agreements. 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 Marshall County have?
Marshall County currently has 11 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,283), Grants (269), and Public Works (255). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.