City of Cherokee

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: Cherokee, IA
Country:: US

City of Cherokee RFPs

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Cherokee Sediment Removal RFP
Open
Jul 24, 2026
Closes
Aug 13, 2026
Sediment removal and land application of the removed material. 6" of sediment removal across the entire sludge bed in both the lagoon cells.
Cherokee Sediment Removal
Open
Jul 24, 2026
Closes
Aug 13, 2026
Sediment removal and land application of the removed material. 6" of sediment removal across the entire sludge bed in both the lagoon cells.

Buyer Attributes

Key metrics and characteristics

Census ID
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204460
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
5,122
Procurement Hell Score
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74 / 100
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How to Sell to City of Cherokee

Procurement guidance and navigation tips.

Procurement Hell Score
Lower scores indicate easier procurement. Created by Starbridge.
74 / 100
EasyLower is betterHellish
Quick Decision Flow
- Sole Source: Only pursue if it’s a documented emergency necessary to restore critical city functions; coordinate with city officials on emergency declaration and approvals.
- Coops: Frequently procures through DAS Central Procurement – Statewide Master Agreements (Iowa Cooperative Purchasing Program), NASPO ValuePoint, and Sourcewell; 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
- City of Cherokee: Sole source is restricted to documented emergencies. Deprioritize this path unless your offering is clearly an emergency necessary to restore critical city functions. Practical notes: work directly with city officials to secure an emergency declaration and required approvals; expect to provide justification/documentation. No general sole source dollar threshold provided.
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
- There is no evidence that City of Cherokee uses cooperative purchasing today. While this entity does not appear to use coops today, you can position these co-ops as another option and reach out to your Starbridge contact to gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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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 City of Cherokee

City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
Date: Jul 21, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council addressed several operational and financial matters, including the passage of resolutions regarding the designation of official posting locations, the awarding of contracts for the Cherokee WWTP Siphon Improvements, and the setting of a public hearing for a sediment removal project. Additionally, the council approved a 28E agreement for shared librarian services, discussed staffing and operational plans for the Bacon Aquatic Center, authorized a new sign for Spring Lake Park with a donation contribution, and approved an agreement with DA Davidson for bond compliance. The meeting also involved a review of financial reports, the approval of various bills, and the tabling of a proposal from Power Point Coaching.
Cherokee City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
Date: Jul 7, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Council approved a temporary moratorium on off-premises signs, including the waiver of additional ordinance readings. Resolutions were passed to appoint a lead buildings and code enforcement official and a full-time cemetery sexton-parks employee. The Council received a presentation regarding changes to landfill charges and discussed the potential for promoting community recycling efforts. Procurement approvals included a new utility truck for the Water Department. Various pay applications for municipal infrastructure construction were authorized. Additionally, the Council reviewed updates on multiple FEMA-funded projects, specifically regarding engineering services for campground facilities, reimbursement changes for a community event center, and project timeline delays for the wastewater treatment plant.

Key Contacts

Public-sector contacts connected to City of Cherokee.

Nate JamesChief of Police

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Sara LucasCity Clerk

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City of Cherokee RFPs

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Cherokee City Council Regular Meeting Minutes

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