Where to bid on Iowa government contracts

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Iowa Bonfire / IMPACS

Multiple Iowa procurement platforms — Bonfire and IMPACS (Jaggaer) — depending on the issuing agency.

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Small-business programs

  • Iowa Targeted Small Business (TSB) certification

Statutory reference

Iowa Code Chapter 73A (Public Contracts)

Iowa TSB targets 10% of state contract dollars to certified small businesses.

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Latest Opportunities in Iowa

Due tomorrow Jul 14, 2026

Healthy Hometowns: Mobile Integrated Health

The purpose of this Request for Proposal (RFP) # PHTHOET27001 is to solicit applications that will enable the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (referred to as Agency) to select the most qu...

42 days left Aug 24, 2026

Audit Services and Forensic Audit Services

Madison County, Iowa is requesting proposals from qualified certified public accounting firms and forensic accounting firms to provide: Part A – Annual Audit Services for the fiscal year ended June ...

17 days left Jul 30, 2026

Food Items for CDC Warehouse

The State of Iowa will be conducting a solicitation for Food items for the CDC Warehouse in Woodward Iowa. The solicitation may be viewed at the IMPACS Electronic Procurement System website link below...

16 days left Jul 29, 2026

DOC NCF IPI Homes for Iowa Facility Project Phase II Fencing

The Iowa Department of Administrative Services will be receiving bids for electrical, exterior improvements and earthwork for the construction of perimeter fence and sally port at the Newton Correctio...

16 days left Jul 29, 2026

Alum Applications at Casey Lake (Tama Co.)

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is issuing this RFB for an alum application at Casey Lake in Tama County to address internal phosphorus loading and improve overall lake water quality. All spe...

16 days left Jul 29, 2026

Woodward Food Service Elevator Replacement

The Iowa Department of Administrative Services will be receiving bids for removing and replacing existing food service elevator at the Woodward Resource Center,1251 334th Street, Woodward, Iowa 50276....

10 days left Jul 23, 2026

Walleye Grower Fish Food

The DNR seeks to purchase fish food for use at Rathbun Fish Hatchery in accordance with the specifications listed in IMPACS. All specifications and bid submissions are available exclusively through th...

25 days left Aug 7, 2026

Migratory Game Bird Stamp

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking to contract with a qualified non-profit organization to complete projects that protect or propagate migratory game birds and/or acquire, devel...

10 days left Jul 23, 2026

Nepple WMA Wetland RT, Great Lakes Wildlife Unit, Dickinson County

This project is designed to create a wetland pool area on the Nepple Wildlife Management Area (WMA), Dickinson County, Iowa. Work under this project includes embankment (dike construction), excavation...

17 days left Jul 30, 2026

IVC Columbarium & Irrigation Expansion Project

The State of Iowa will be receiving bids for the Columbarium & Irrigation Expansion Project at Iowa Veterans Cemetery, 3424 Veterans Memorial Dr. Van Meter, Iowa 50003. An optional Pre-Bid meeting ...

10 days left Jul 23, 2026

Low Water Crossings and Bridge Demolition, Maquoketa Caves State Park, Jackson County

This project includes removal of a deteriorated wooden bridge and stairs, including posts and railroad ties; and placement of low water crossings in two locations with PCC pig slats with minor grading...

10 days left Jul 23, 2026

Drawdown & Structure Installation, Diamond Lake, Poweshiek County

This project consists of cutting the dam for a controlled drawdown of Diamond Lake. A drawdown structure will be installed to aid in future lake drawdowns. *** Project documents, including plans...

10 days left Jul 23, 2026

Preparation Canyon Unit Fence Replacement, Loess Hills State Forest, Monona County

This project consists of tree removal and fence removal for replacement at a total length of 12.4 miles. The replacement fence will be built using a wildlife friendly design. It will be constructed of...

10 days left Jul 23, 2026

Shoreline Stabilization, Pillsbury Point, Dickinson County

This project consists of repairing damage caused by sustained high water and wave action along the shoreline of West Okoboji Lake at Pillsbury Point State Park. *** Project documents, including pla...

3 days left Jul 16, 2026

Agency Specific Contract for Catfish Feed

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking to establish an Agency-Specific Contract for the manufacture and delivery of catfish feed for use at multiple DNR fish hatcheries and faciliti...

15 days left Jul 28, 2026

ATOD Will Call Ramp Replacement

The Iowa Department of Administrative Services will be receiving bids for the removal and replacement of the will call ramp, the ramp’s accessories and the surrounding area at ATOD – 1918 SE Hulsizer ...

17 days left Jul 30, 2026

DPS P02 Parking Lot Replacement

The Iowa Department of Administrative Services will be receiving bids for the replacement of a portion of the parking lot at the Department of Public Safety Post 02 Headquarters at 1619 Truro Pavement...

29 days left Aug 11, 2026

Purchase of Structure to be Removed, Pikes Peak State Park, Clayton County

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources seeks to receive bids for the purchase and removal of a House located on state owned real estate in Section 34, Township 95 North, Range 3 West of the 5th P.M....

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4 days left Jul 17, 2026

Water Treatment Chemicals and Services - Iowa Medical Classification Center

The State of Iowa is seeking a qualified Contractor to provide a comprehensive water chemical treatment and services program Iowa Medical Classification Center (IMCC). The Contractor shall furnish al...

11 days left Jul 24, 2026

Third-Party FaDSS Program Model Fidelity Reviewer

The successful Bidder will provide third-party model fidelity reviews for Family Development and Self-Sufficiency (FaDSS) programs under the direction of the FaDSS Program Manager. Such services shall...

Iowa Procurement — Frequently Asked Questions

How many government bids are open in Iowa right now?

There are 502 open procurement opportunities in Iowa from 6 state, county, city, school, hospital, and university agencies as of July 14, 2026. 21 of them close within the next seven days.

Which Iowa agencies post the most bids?

The top agencies posting bids in Iowa right now are Iowa Department of Administrative Services, Iowa IMPACS, Federal Government, City of Urbandale. Each maintains its own vendor portal and posting schedule.

Where do I register to bid on Iowa government contracts?

Register on Iowa Bonfire / IMPACS (https://www.iowa.gov/agencies/department-of-administrative-services-customer-council/state-procurement/) for state-level opportunities. Multiple Iowa procurement platforms — Bonfire and IMPACS (Jaggaer) — depending on the issuing agency. For federal contracts, register on SAM.gov (free; assigns a UEI). For local agencies, registration is on the platform they use — Bonfire, PlanetBids, BidNet Direct, DemandStar — typically one registration per platform covers all agencies using it.

What industries dominate Iowa procurement?

The most-active industries in Iowa government procurement right now are Construction, Professional Services, Food Services. Browse each by industry to see current opportunities filtered to Iowa.

What small-business or set-aside programs does Iowa offer?

Iowa operates the following preference and set-aside programs: Iowa Targeted Small Business (TSB) certification. Each has its own certification process; check the state procurement office for eligibility details.

What law governs procurement in Iowa?

Iowa procurement is governed by Iowa Code Chapter 73A (Public Contracts). This includes bid solicitation, contract award, and vendor protest procedures. The state procurement office publishes implementing regulations and manuals.

How do I find upcoming Iowa bid opportunities?

Save a search on ProcureTap filtered to Iowa to receive email alerts when new bids match your criteria. You can also subscribe to the state's official portal notifications. Larger agencies (state DOT, department of general services) publish quarterly forecasts of upcoming solicitations.

How often are new Iowa bids added?

Every six hours. ProcureTap re-scrapes the Iowa state procurement portal plus every county, city, school district, hospital, and university procurement system in the state on a six-hour cadence, so new postings appear here within hours of being published.

Does Iowa require in-state vendors for procurement contracts?

Iowa generally does not restrict bidding to in-state vendors, but many agencies offer local-preference points or ties-broken-in-favor-of-local scoring, and some contracts under specific dollar thresholds may be limited to registered Iowa vendors or certified Iowa small businesses. Read each solicitation's evaluation criteria carefully.

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