Winnebago County bids, RFPs and contracts
IowaPop. 10,251 · winnebagocountyiowa.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 12 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 39
- 7 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 4
- None open now
- Contracts
- 13,526
- 2,824 vendors
The 30-second brief
39 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Winnebago County's meetings, most in public safety and information technology. The latest, from Oct 13: The board placed AI policy on the agenda for discussion with possible action. The item shows the county is shaping rules for AI use, governance, or controls, but no policy outcome is recorded in this agenda. This is an early signal for governance, compliance, training, or policy support work once the county moves from discussion to draft language.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Safety and Public Works.
Latest awards: Bosma, Steve for county Approves Meeting Payment to Steve Bosma ($67.56, Sep 2026) and VISA for county Approves Visa Supplies Payment ($18.81, Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Winnebago County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Winnebago County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Winnebago County buys from, taken from council records. 13,526 contracts with 2,824 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Winnebago County.
Questions about Winnebago County
How do I become an approved vendor for Winnebago County?
Winnebago County currently works with 2,824 vendors across contract types including OTHER, SUPPLIES, CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, and TRANSPORTATION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 68 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 Winnebago County?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Winnebago County include Winnebago County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Winnebago County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Winnebago 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 Winnebago County publish RFPs?
Winnebago County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 4 solicitations from Winnebago County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Safety, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Winnebago County?
At Winnebago County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. 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 68 decision-makers at Winnebago County.
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What does Winnebago County spend the most on?
Based on 2,655 tracked contracts, Winnebago County spends most on Capital Projects (1,235), Public Safety (406), Public Works (400), Grants (361), and Information Technology (253). Contract types include OTHER, SUPPLIES, CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, and TRANSPORTATION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Winnebago County's current vendors?
Winnebago County currently works with vendors including BOSMA, STEVE, VISA, FARNER, KC NIELSEN LTD, HEPPERLY, STEVE, AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, PETERSON, DAVID, FOREST CITY AMBULANCE SERVICE, KLEVELAND, MARY LOU, and GALLS L LLC. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, SUPPLIES, CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, 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 Winnebago County working on?
Based on 25 tracked meetings, Winnebago County is actively discussing: Winnebago County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Winnebago County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Winnebago County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Winnebago County Supervisors Meeting: DD25, Roads, Budget - Dec 9, 2025, and Winnebago County Supervisors Meeting: Approvals, Roads, Claims (Dec 2, 2025). 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 Winnebago County have?
Winnebago County currently has 4 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,235), Public Safety (406), and Public Works (400). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.