Washington County bids, RFPs and contracts
IowaPop. 22,667 · washingtoncounty.iowa.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 14 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 50
- 6 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 8
- None open now
- Contracts
- 629
- 359 vendors
The 30-second brief
50 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Washington County's meetings, most in grants and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 20: Washington County's ambulance services budget shows a $236,392 capital projects allocation for motor vehicles, with the full amount still unused in the quarter ending September 30, 2026. The report also shows $73,855.44 spent on motor vehicles in operating accounts, which suggests ongoing fleet spending. This is budget-level intelligence for replacement or expansion planning, not a bid. A seller should watch for the next vehicle purchase or replacement decision.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Washington Economic Development Group (Oct 2026) and Bp Land Inc for washington County Approves Kiwi Avenue Highway Easement ($1,190.65, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Washington County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Washington County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Washington County buys from, taken from council records. 629 contracts with 359 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Washington County.
Questions about Washington County
How do I become an approved vendor for Washington County?
Washington County currently works with 359 vendors across contract types including CONSULTING, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 110 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 Washington County?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Washington County include Washington County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Washington County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Washington 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 Washington County publish RFPs?
Washington County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 8 solicitations from Washington 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 Washington County?
At Washington County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Veterans Services, 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 110 decision-makers at Washington County.
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What does Washington County spend the most on?
Based on 764 tracked contracts, Washington County spends most on Capital Projects (464), Public Works (85), Grants (83), Public Safety (67), and Recreation & Community Services (65). Contract types include CONSULTING, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Washington County's current vendors?
Washington County currently works with vendors including WASHINGTON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT GROUP, BP LAND INC, IOWA BRIDGE & CULVERT INC, BRENNEMAN PORK, WASHINGTON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT GROUP (WEDG), DYNAMIC INFRASTRUCTURE, CRAWFORDSVILLE FIRST RESPONDER SERVICE, BRIGHTON FIRST RESPONDER SERVICE, and AINSWORTH FIRST RESPONDER SERVICE. These vendors span contract types like CONSULTING, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, 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 Washington County working on?
Based on 25 tracked meetings, Washington County is actively discussing: Washington County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Washington County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Washington County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Washington County Supervisors Meeting: 110th Street & FY27 Funding, and Washington County Supervisors Meeting: FY2027 Budget & HR Transition. 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 Washington County have?
Washington County currently has 8 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (464), Public Works (85), and Grants (83). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.