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

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28 days left Nov 4, 2026

Capitol Complex Monument Repair and Restoration Services

The Iowa Capitol Complex in Des Moines features a rich collection of about 48 monuments that honor Iowa’s history, military service, and cultural heritage. Key highlights include the Soldiers’ and Sai...

26 days left Nov 2, 2026

Request for Information for Restoration Facilities and Protective Services for Juvenile Victims of Human Trafficking

This is a Request for Information for Restoration Facilities and Protective Services for Juvenile Victims of Human Trafficking. The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (Agency) is seeking inf...

24 days left Oct 31, 2026

Random Moment Sampling System and Title IV-E Claim Support

Juvenile Court Services, within the Iowa Judicial Branch (IJB) is seeking to identify a successful respondent to: 1. Provide expert consultation and technical assistance with all aspects of Title IV-...

7 days left Oct 14, 2026

ATOD Server Room Pre-Action Clean Agent System

The State of Iowa Department of Administrative Services (DAS) is seeking professional design services for a new pre-action clean agent system in the server room at ATOD located at 1918 SE Hulsizer Rd,...

13 days left Oct 20, 2026

Employee Benefits Consultant Services

The State of Iowa is seeking a qualified and experienced employee benefits consultant to provide strategic, actuarial, and operational support for the State’s employee benefits programs. Full solicit...

29 days left Nov 5, 2026

DOC Offender Management System

The Iowa Department of Corrections (DOC) seeks to procure software, hosting, consulting services, and ongoing maintenance and support for a new Offender Management System (OMS). The OMS must be a comm...

34 days left Nov 10, 2026

Concessionaire Operations of Honey Creek Resort

The State of Iowa Department of Administrative Services (DAS) is seeking concessionaire(s) to operate within the Honey Creek Resort at Rathbun Lake. The concessions include the (1) resort and marina o...

27 days left Nov 3, 2026

Fire Panel Systems

The Iowa Department of Administrative Services is seeking information from Respondents who are interested in providing fire panel systems at the State of Iowa Capitol Complex. Information received fro...

14 days left Oct 21, 2026

Iowa Solid Waste Environmental Management Program Services

The objective of this RFP is to obtain consulting services to support the Iowa DNR Solid Waste Environmental Management System (EMS) Program.. All specifications and bid submissions are available excl...

15 days left Oct 22, 2026

Lagoon Liner Replacement (Rebid), Pikes Peak State Park, Clayton County

This project includes removing the existing HDPE lagoon liners and replacing with new at the Pikes Peak State Park wastewater treatment lagoons. *** Project documents, including plans, specificati...

20 days left Oct 27, 2026

26-10 Car833409A (Carroll) RFB

In general, the work includes constructing a wetland that will treat the water from an existing ditch using a solar panel powered pump. The project includes, but is not limited to, selective clearing...

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15 days left Oct 22, 2026

Wastewater Improvements, Lacey-Keosauqua State Park, Van Buren County

This wastewater treatment improvement project includes lagoon cleaning/sludge disposal, lagoon expansion, aeration upgrades, piping modifications, installation of chlorination and de-chlorination chem...

15 days left Oct 22, 2026

Phase 2 Sedan Subunit HQ, Rathbun Wildlife Unit, Appanoose County

This project is Phase II, and will be the final construction phase of the interior build-out of an existing wood framed construction building in Sedan Bottoms, Appanoose County, Iowa. This phase will ...

5 days left Oct 12, 2026

27CRDFBCLULL-29G - Can-Am Defender XT HD10/HD11

The DNR is seeking to purchase a new 2026 Can-Am Defender XT HD10/HD11 or a State of Iowa approved equivalent. All specifications and bid submissions are available exclusively through the IMPACS Elect...

16 days left Oct 23, 2026

Statewide Elevator Maintenance and Repair Services

This RFB provides the information needed for Bidders to prepare competitive submissions. The RFB process benefits the Lead and Participating Agencies and is intended to provide competitive information...

21 days left Oct 28, 2026

DOC 5JD 150 DSM ST Renovation

The Iowa Department of Administrative Services will be receiving bids for the interior renovation of the building at 150 Des Moines Street, Des Moines, Iowa 50309. **A non-size reduced Project Manu...

6 days left Oct 13, 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...

7 days left Oct 14, 2026

Resource Center Pavement and Utility Demolition

This is a courtesy posting for Glenwood Resource Project HDR Project No. 10435937-6 Resource Center Pavement and Utility Demolition Glenwood Resource Center – Pavement and Utility Demolition Bid...

4 days left Oct 12, 2026

Cereal, Bulk and Bowl Pack for CDC Warehouse

The State of Iowa will be conducting a solicitation for Cereal, Bulk and Bowl Pack for the CDC Warehouse in Woodward Iowa. The solicitation may be viewed at the IMPACS Electronic Procurement System we...

9 days left Oct 16, 2026

27CRDPFPJSEAG-2 - Loess Hills State Forest 2024 Tornado Debris Removal and Cleanup

The DNR is seeking a qualified contractor to complete tornado-damaged tree removal and debris cleanup within Stand 1 of the Pisgah Unit of Loess Hills State Forest. All specifications and bid submissi...

Iowa Procurement — Frequently Asked Questions

How many government bids are open in Iowa right now?

There are 76 open procurement opportunities in Iowa from 6 state, county, city, school, hospital, and university agencies as of October 8, 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. 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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