Scott County bids, RFPs and contracts
Davenport, IowaPop. 175,259 · scottcountyiowa.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 14 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 67
- 4 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Nov 16
- Contracts
- 850
- 350 vendors
The 30-second brief
67 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Scott County's meetings, most in grants and public safety. The latest, from Oct 20: Upcoming February 2027 Bridge Replacement Letting on Big Rock Road.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 16. Latest awards: Rexco Equipment for scott County Reviews Rexco Equipment Loader Purchase ($76,311.11, Oct 2026) and Holmes Murphy for holmes Murphy Evaluates Scott County FSA Options (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Scott County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Scott County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Scott County buys from, taken from council records. 850 contracts with 350 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Scott County.
Questions about Scott County
How do I become an approved vendor for Scott County?
Scott County currently works with 350 vendors across contract types including EQUIPMENT, CONSULTING, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TRANSPORTATION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 42 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 Scott County?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Scott County include Scott County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Scott County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Scott 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 Scott County publish RFPs?
Scott County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 23 solicitations from Scott 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 Scott County?
At Scott County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Scott County Health Department, Police, and Administration. 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 42 decision-makers at Scott County.
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What does Scott County spend the most on?
Based on 1,053 tracked contracts, Scott County spends most on Capital Projects (599), Grants (140), Public Works (122), Public Safety (100), and Information Technology (92). Contract types include EQUIPMENT, CONSULTING, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TRANSPORTATION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Scott County's current vendors?
Scott County currently works with vendors including REXCO EQUIPMENT, HOLMES MURPHY, IOWA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES, ASCENDANCE TRUCK CENTER, P&A GROUP, CITY OF DAVENPORT, IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, IOWA BRIDGE & CULVERT LC, and WOLD ARCHITECTS & ENGINEERS. These vendors span contract types like EQUIPMENT, CONSULTING, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TRANSPORTATION. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Scott County working on?
Based on 28 tracked meetings, Scott County is actively discussing: Scott County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Scott County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Scott County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Scott County Supervisors Approve Budget, Contracts, and Appointments, and Scott County Supervisors Review Software, Infrastructure, and FY25 Audit. 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 Scott County have?
Scott County currently has 23 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (599), Grants (140), and Public Works (122). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.