Black Hawk County

Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Black Hawk County.

Buyer type:: County
Location:: Waterloo, IA
Country:: US

Black Hawk County RFPs

Active opportunities open for bidding

Repair of Skywalk over Lafayette Street (Request for Proposal)
Open
Aug 19, 2026
Closes
Sep 2, 2026
Work consist of traffic control for the site (max. 2 weeks per closure). Remove and replace damaged components of the skywalk.
Siding Replacement West Wing of Interpretive Center and Buckles Building - Hartman Reserve RFP
Open
Aug 4, 2026
Closes
Sep 3, 2026
The acquisition and installation of replacement siding.
Purchase of a New 3/4 Ton, 4 Wheel Drive, Service Truck RFP
Open
Aug 4, 2026
Closes
Sep 1, 2026
Purchase of a new 3/4 ton, 4 wheel drive, service truck.

Buyer Attributes

Key metrics and characteristics

Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
185357
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
131,532
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
48 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
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AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
TraditionalStartup-Friendly
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How to Sell to Black Hawk County

Procurement guidance and navigation tips.

Procurement Hell Score
Lower scores indicate easier procurement. Created by Starbridge.
48 / 100
EasyLower is betterHellish
Quick Decision Flow
- Sole Source: Avoid unless the need is truly proprietary or warranty-related; otherwise pivot to coops.
- Coops: Frequently procures through Sourcewell, State of Iowa/NASPO/OMNIA; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.
Sole Source
- Black Hawk County, IA permits sole source in limited cases (proprietary technology or warranty maintenance). There’s no history of significant sole source awards over the competitive threshold, making approval unlikely. For major purchases, pivot to cooperative contracts rather than investing time in sole source.
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.
Cooperatives
- The county uses cooperative purchasing (confirmed Sourcewell member) and is eligible for multiple programs. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
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Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.

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Early Buyer Signals

Board meetings and strategic plans from Black Hawk County

Board of Supervisors of the County of Black Hawk Regular Adjourned Meeting
Date: Aug 11, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Board of Supervisors discussed various administrative and financial matters, including the approval of expenditures and payment issuance. Project updates were received from the County Engineer regarding bridge construction, the Public Health Director regarding mobile clinics, and the County Sheriff regarding new legislation affecting jail populations. Additionally, the Board approved a 28E agreement for a regional SWAT team, authorized the purchase of office furnishings for the Chief Judge, approved personnel requisitions, and authorized the purchase of capital equipment including a tractor and a telescopic lift. A public hearing was held regarding the Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan update, which was subsequently approved.
Black Hawk County Board of Health Meeting Minutes
Date: Jun 24, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board meeting included the introduction of a new part-time nurse practitioner and recognition of a staff member for five years of service. A presentation was delivered regarding Allen Women's Health & Child Protection Center, covering programs for child protection, family planning, and maternal health, with discussions on the rise in prenatal high blood pressure cases. Additional actions included approving a resolution regarding agenda posting requirements pursuant to state code, authorizing the purchase of wall diagnostic systems for the new clinic, and approving repairs for a digital sign damaged by hail. Financial disbursements were reviewed and approved, along with the renewal of various grants and contracts, excluding one item removed for later consideration. The board also received a general public health update.

Key Contacts

Public-sector contacts connected to Black Hawk County.

Ryan BrennanAssistant County Engineer

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Matt MaynerAssistant, Emergency Management

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Black Hawk County RFPs

Repair of Skywalk over Lafayette Street (Request for Proposal)

Siding Replacement West Wing of Interpretive Center and Buckles Building - Hartman Reserve RFP

Purchase of a New 3/4 Ton, 4 Wheel Drive, Service Truck RFP

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Early Buyer Signals

Board of Supervisors of the County of Black Hawk Regular Adjourned Meeting

Black Hawk County Board of Health Meeting Minutes

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Black Hawk County RFPs

Repair of Skywalk over Lafayette Street (Request for Proposal)

Siding Replacement West Wing of Interpretive Center and Buckles Building - Hartman Reserve RFP

Purchase of a New 3/4 Ton, 4 Wheel Drive, Service Truck RFP

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Early Buyer Signals

Board of Supervisors of the County of Black Hawk Regular Adjourned Meeting

Black Hawk County Board of Health Meeting Minutes

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Board of Supervisors of the County of Black Hawk Regular Adjourned Meeting

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Board of Supervisors of the County of Black Hawk Regular Adjourned Meeting

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Early Buyer Signals

Board of Supervisors of the County of Black Hawk Regular Adjourned Meeting

Black Hawk County Board of Health Meeting Minutes

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Board of Supervisors of the County of Black Hawk Regular Adjourned Meeting

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