Monona County bids, RFPs and contracts
IowaPop. 8,539 · mononacountyiowa.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 12 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 40
- 3 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 6
- None open now
- Contracts
- 2,124
- 920 vendors
The 30-second brief
40 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Monona County's meetings, most in public works and environmental services. The latest, from Oct 13: Courthouse Block Snow Removal Services Solicitation.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Infrastructure & Maintenance.
Latest awards: MAXIMUS for monona County Acknowledges Maximus Cost Allocation Plan (Oct 2026) and Johnston Excavating for oliver Lake Drainage Repair Contract Approved (Oct 2026).
3 new pre-RFPs at Monona County this month. See all 40, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Monona County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Monona County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Monona County buys from, taken from council records. 2,124 contracts with 920 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Monona County.
Questions about Monona County
How do I become an approved vendor for Monona County?
Monona County currently works with 920 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, MAINTENANCE, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 21 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 Monona County?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Monona County include Monona County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Monona County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Monona 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 Monona County publish RFPs?
Monona County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 6 solicitations from Monona County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Infrastructure & Maintenance. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Monona County?
At Monona County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Recorder, City Attorney, Veterans Services, Auditor, and Police. 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 21 decision-makers at Monona County.
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What does Monona County spend the most on?
Based on 1,403 tracked contracts, Monona County spends most on Capital Projects (676), Public Works (406), Infrastructure & Maintenance (116), Grants (110), and Equipment (95). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, MAINTENANCE, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Monona County's current vendors?
Monona County currently works with vendors including MAXIMUS, JOHNSTON EXCAVATING, CITY OF ONAWA, BLOYER, TONY, NEDDERMEYER, ROAM & REVEL LLC, GETAC, MAPLETON FOOD PANTRY, L.A. CARLSON, and MCNEIL INTERCOUNTY PHASE II REPAIRS. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, MAINTENANCE, 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 Monona County working on?
Based on 27 tracked meetings, Monona County is actively discussing: Monona County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Monona County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Monona County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Monona County Supervisors Approve Snow Removal Bid & Personnel Changes, and Monona County Board Meeting: Budget, Drainage, and Personnel Decisions. 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 Monona County have?
Monona County currently has 6 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (676), Public Works (406), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (116). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.