Polk County bids, RFPs and contracts
Des Moines, IowaPop. 516,546 · polkcountyiowa.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 2, 2026
- 2 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 13
- Open bids
- 7+
- Next due Nov 9
- Contracts
- 124
- 77 vendors
The 30-second brief
13 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Polk County's meetings, most in capital projects and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Sep 2: Pavement replacement and markings on Northwest 118th Avenue and Northwest 44th Street crossings for the High Trestle Trail.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
7+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 9. Latest awards: Nilles Associates Inc for nilles Associates Supports Godwin Rezoning Proposal (Jul 2026) and Community Support Advocates for community Support Advocates Expands DAP Navigator Staffing (Jul 2026).
13 pre-RFPs tracked at Polk County. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Polk County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Polk County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Polk County buys from, taken from council records. 124 contracts with 77 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Polk County.
Questions about Polk County
How do I become an approved vendor for Polk County?
Polk County currently works with 77 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, STAFFING, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 82 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 Polk County?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Polk County include Polk County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Polk County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Polk County Supervisors Approve Real Estate, Stream Restoration, and Grants, 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 Polk County publish RFPs?
Polk County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 545 solicitations from Polk County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Polk County?
At Polk County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Pchd Leadership. 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 82 decision-makers at Polk County.
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What does Polk County spend the most on?
Based on 1,023 tracked contracts, Polk County spends most on Capital Projects (503), Public Works (236), Grants (135), Public Services (79), and Public Safety (70). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, STAFFING, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Polk County's current vendors?
Polk County currently works with vendors including NILLES ASSOCIATES INC, COMMUNITY SUPPORT ADVOCATES, ELK RIVER CONTRACTING, ASSOCIATED ENGINEERING COMPANY OF IOWA INC, BISHOP ENGINEERING, CIVIL DESIGN ADVANTAGE, FOCUSS, RISE RECOVERY CENTER, BRIDGES OF IOWA, and REBEL HEALTHCARE. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, STAFFING, and CONSTRUCTION. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Polk County working on?
Based on 26 tracked meetings, Polk County is actively discussing: Polk County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Polk County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Polk County Supervisors Approve Real Estate, Stream Restoration, and Grants, Polk County Board Meeting: Approvals, Funding, & Legal Strategy Discussed, and Polk County Housing Trust Fund: Preservation Project & Regional Outlook. 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 Polk County have?
Polk County currently has 545 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (503), Public Works (236), and Grants (135). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.