The City of Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation Department seeks bids for a new shade shelter at Redmond Park. The work includes a 20-by-24-foot four-sided ribbed steel-roof and tubular-steel-frame shelter with tongue-and-groove decking, plus materials, Iowa-engineer-signed and sealed drawings, and delivery. The award will go to the lowest responsive bid meeting the specifications, and bids must be submitted electronically through the City’s procurement portal.
Sole Source:Deprioritize. The city favors competition—pivot to coops instead.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell, NASPO ValuePoint, and Iowa statewide master agreements; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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City of Cedar Rapids emphasizes competitive bidding, and there’s no evidence of sole source awards. Deprioritize the sole source path and steer buyers to cooperative contracts. Context: high-friction vendor requirements (e.g., extensive insurance, 12% local preference) and a low competitive bidding threshold (~$89,000) push purchases toward coops. No specific sole source dollar threshold is indicated.
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The city has used cooperative purchasing before to streamline IT, fleet, and public works buys. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
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Axon Enterprise, Inc. at City of Cedar Rapids
Effective: Jan 1, 2023Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This contract outlines the agreement between Axon Enterprise, Inc. and the City of Cedar Rapids for the provision of tasers and associated services to the Police Department. The contract spans five years, from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2027, with a total cost not exceeding $709,853.00. It details the scope of services, compensation structure, payment terms, and includes various legal and operational clauses, as well as specific terms for Axon Cloud Services, professional services, and TASER 7 products.
Flock Group, Inc. at City of Cedar Rapids
Effective: Jul 1, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This contract between the City of Cedar Rapids and Flock Group Inc. is for the subscription and implementation of an Automated License Plate Reader System and associated cameras. The initial term is for two years, from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2026, with an option for two additional two-year renewals. The total contract amount is $489,750.00, covering hardware, software (FlockOS, Falcon LPR, Condor PTZ cameras), and professional implementation services. The system is intended for law enforcement purposes, including crime awareness, prevention, and prosecution, with data retention of 30 days.
Motorola Solutions Inc. at City of Cedar Rapids
Effective: May 1, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This contract details the agreement between Motorola Solutions, Inc. and the City of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, for the provision of APX Next XE Radios and related services. The contract, effective from May 1, 2024, to April 30, 2031, has a firm fixed dollar amount of $899,500. It includes the supply of 65 APX Next XE Radios, a Command Central Aware Patrol Bundle, white glove deployment support, various accessories, and software licenses. The document also covers payment terms, insurance, software licensing, and specific addenda for software products and subscription services, including carrier services from AT&T and Verizon.
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City Of Cedar Rapids City Council Special Session
Date: Oct 8, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council approved the meeting agenda and passed a resolution authorizing the special event application and necessary road closures for the rescheduled College Community School District Homecoming Parade.
City of Cedar Rapids City Council Regular Session
Date: Oct 6, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The City Council conducted a regular session covering extensive administrative and infrastructure-related business. Key actions included approving plans and contract awards for the C Street SW Bridge Deck Reconstruction, a zone change for a property on 16th Avenue SW, and fiscal year 2027 hotel-motel tax allocations. The council set several public hearings for upcoming urban renewal area plans and infrastructure projects. Additionally, the council approved numerous contracts for fleet vehicle purchases, engineering services, and various maintenance projects, while also authorizing changes to the municipal code regarding animal control and approving multiple liquor license applications. The council also confirmed the appointment of a new Fire Chief and reviewed redevelopment proposals for city-owned land.
City Council of Cedar Rapids Regular Session
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Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Cedar Rapids?
The City Council (the Mayor and eight Council members) is the City's governing authority and holds final award authority; the Finance Department's Purchasing Services Division administers day-to-day procurement and prepares award recommendations for Council consideration.
Where does City of Cedar Rapids post bids and RFPs?
The City of Cedar Rapids posts bids, RFPs, and solicitations on its e-procurement portal at http://citycrbids.ionwave.net (Euna/IonWave). Public Works posts construction bid results and Housing Services posts rehabilitation opportunities on the City website.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Cedar Rapids?
Vendors register for solicitations on the City of Cedar Rapids e-procurement portal at http://citycrbids.ionwave.net. To be paid, vendors must also have a Vendor Registration Packet on file with the Finance Department (request via accountspayable@cedar-rapids.org).
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The City Council held a regular session to address numerous agenda items. Key topics included public hearings on animal control ordinances, community development grant evaluations, alley and utility easement vacations, and project plans for the 8th Avenue Bridge replacement. The Council passed resolutions regarding city property disposition, parking regulations, public utility easements, and the designation of greenspace. Further actions involved authorizing multiple professional services and construction contracts, approving final plats for new additions, granting liquor license applications, and providing financial incentives for economic development projects. Routine financial approvals such as bill payments and payroll were also conducted.
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What procurement requirements does City of Cedar Rapids publish for vendors?
The Finance Department requires a Vendor Registration Form on file before the City of Cedar Rapids can issue payment; Engineering requires contractors to be specifically bonded before performing work in public rights-of-way. Solicitation-specific insurance, bonding, and licensing requirements appear in each posted solicitation.
How does City of Cedar Rapids approve procurement contracts and awards?
The City Council (the Mayor and eight Council members) holds final award authority and approves procurement contracts by resolution. The Finance Department's Purchasing Services Division administers solicitations and prepares award recommendations for Council consideration between meetings.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Cedar Rapids?
The City of Cedar Rapids 'Doing Business with the City' page documents purchasing thresholds and procedures: bids, quotations, or proposals and authorized purchase orders are required for purchases of $10,000 or more, and payment terms are Net 45. The Municipal Code provides legal authority.
What supplier diversity or local vendor preference programs does City of Cedar Rapids use?
The City of Cedar Rapids applies a Buy Local Program that gives a three-tier local-business preference on acceptable quotes, bids, and proposals over $5,000 from Linn County businesses (10% under $25,000; 5% for $25,000–$200,000; 1% above $200,000). Iowa TSB registrants receive an additional 2%.
