What products and services does the City of Des Moines procure?

The City of Des Moines Procurement Division purchases goods and services for all departments, including annual purchase agreements, professional engineering and architectural services, legal services, and concessions involving lease or exclusive use of City property. Categories are organized using NIGP commodity codes in IonWave.

Does the City of Des Moines use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?

Yes. Ordinance No. 15,696 authorizes the City of Des Moines to procure without competitive bidding from cooperative sources such as GSA schedules, State of Iowa contracts, Polk County contracts, Chapter 28E agreements, and other governmental or nonprofit cooperative contracts.

How does the City of Des Moines approve procurement contracts and awards?

Under Ordinance No. 15,696, approval authority in the City of Des Moines is delegated by contract type and dollar value: the Procurement Administrator approves annual purchase agreements up to $50,000 (and routine expenditures under $5,000); higher‑value contracts and long‑term concessions require City Manager or City Council approval.

Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for the City of Des Moines?

Procurement policies for the City of Des Moines are codified in the Des Moines Municipal Code and formalized by Ordinance No. 15,696; vendors can review the municipal code on Municode or consult the City's Procurement Office web page for ordinance text and standard terms.

What supplier diversity or local vendor preference programs does the City of Des Moines use?

The City of Des Moines promotes Iowa's Targeted Small Business (TSB) Program through its Small Business Support Center to assist women, minority‑status individuals, service‑disabled veterans, and individuals with disabilities; vendors can contact the Small Business Support Center for program guidance.

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: Des Moines, IA
Country:: US

City of Des Moines RFPs

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On-Call Sanitary Sewer Services
Posted
Sep 18, 2026
Closes
Oct 15, 2026
The City of Des Moines is soliciting an invitation for bid for an on-call, time-and-materials contract covering sanitary sewer repairs and related plumbing services. Contractors must provide 24/7 availability, respond to emergencies within one hour, and furnish all required labor, materials, equipment, permits, and disposal. The contract has an initial 24-month term with optional renewals and is a procurement solicitation rather than a grant program.
K27-017 Crane Inspection Services RFP
Posted
Sep 18, 2026
Closes
Oct 13, 2026
The City of Des Moines is soliciting bids for crane inspection services.
Kuhn Knight Trailer
Posted
Sep 14, 2026
Closes
Oct 1, 2026
The procurement of one (1) Kuhn Knight SLC 241 Trailer.

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- Sole Source: If sale is less than ~$100,000, use sole source.
- Coops: Frequently procures through Sourcewell, OMNIA, Texas DIR, and NASPO; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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- Entity: City of Des Moines (IA).
- Authority: Municipal Code section 2-726 allows sole source when proprietary, uniquely compatible with existing systems, essential for continuity of service, or for emergencies.
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City of Des Moines Contracts

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Motorola Solutions, Inc. at City of Des Moines
Effective: May 25, 2022Expires: Expiration date locked.Unlock
This contract between the City of Des Moines and Motorola Solutions Inc. covers body worn cameras, maintenance, and support services. The agreement initially commenced on May 25, 2022, and was extended to May 24, 2030, through subsequent amendments. The total contract amount, after various adjustments and extensions, is explicitly stated as $2,370,228.00, with detailed annual payments outlined for several fiscal years.
Motorola Solutions, Inc. at City of Des Moines
Effective: Nov 27, 2023Expires: Expiration date locked.Unlock
This Subscription Software Addendum (SSA) between Motorola Solutions, Inc. and CityofDeloHines outlines the terms for the customer's purchase and use of Subscription Software and related Services. It is governed by existing Master and Short-Form Agreements. The SSA details delivery, modifications, user credentials, beta services, software licensing, customer restrictions, and terms for subscription periods, including an initial 12-month term with automatic renewals. Payment terms refer to annual subscription fees and one-time fees specified in separate Ordering Documents. The addendum also covers liability exclusions and data controller roles.
Motorola Solutions, Inc. at City of Des Moines
Effective: Sep 24, 2018Expires: Expiration date locked.Unlock
This agreement outlines the terms for the City of Des Moines, Iowa, to purchase a communication system and related services from Motorola Solutions, Inc. for a contract price of $9,600,000.00. The contract includes provisions for system implementation, software licensing, payment schedules, warranties, and general terms and conditions. The agreement's term begins on the Effective Date (last signing date) and extends until Final Project Acceptance or the expiration of the Warranty Period, whichever is later. Additional services and equipment may be purchased via addenda or change orders.
Motorola Solutions, Inc. at City of Des Moines
Effective: Nov 22, 2023Expires: Expiration date locked.Unlock
This document is an amendment to an existing Master Agreement between the City of Des Moines and Motorola Solutions, Inc. It formally adds an Equipment Purchase and Software License Addendum (EPSLA) to enable the City to purchase Mobile Video Systems. The EPSLA outlines the terms for the delivery of equipment, licensing of software, payment procedures, and warranties. The Master Agreement's terms will control in case of any conflicts. The amendment is effective as of November 22, 2023, with the EPSLA itself being entered into on November 20, 2023.
Axon Enterprise, Inc. at City of Des Moines
Effective: Oct 1, 2025Expires: Expiration date locked.Unlock
This contract (Contract #26103) details a Taser Loan Agreement between Axon Enterprise Inc. and the City of Des Moines, covering fiscal years FY26 through FY30. The agreement is effective from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2030, and outlines annual financial commitments for the loan of Taser devices. The contract is governed by referenced terms and conditions from the City of Des Moines and Sourcewell.

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Des Moines Parks and Recreation Board Regular Meeting
Date: Nov 25, 2025Type: Meeting mention
The Board discussed and approved changes to Chapter 74 regarding property use, mobile food vendor regulations, and enforcement support. Updated rules for parks and recreation facilities, including aquatic center operations and parking enforcement at Gray's Lake Park, were approved. The Board also approved the proposed aquatics and pool season schedule for the upcoming season, including cost-saving measures, and voted to cancel the December meeting. Additionally, the Board received and filed an overview of the operating budget for FY27 and heard reports from various advisory committees, including updates on cemetery events, golf advisory matters, and urban conservation efforts at Greenwood Pond.
Plan and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes
Date: Sep 3, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Commission addressed several zoning and planning requests, including the approval of a public hearing site plan and design alternative for a garage addition at 4809 Algonquin Road and the approval of a fourth amendment to the Airport Commerce Park South Planned Unit Development to permit outdoor recreation uses. Additionally, the commission approved site plans and design alternatives for accessory dwelling units at 6803 Southwest 16th Street and 206 Fulton Drive, which included discussions regarding structure height, aesthetic design, and site-specific concerns such as alley maintenance and water runoff management.

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Who manages procurement and purchasing for the City of Des Moines?

The Finance Department's Procurement Division administers procurement for the City of Des Moines and is led by Procurement Administrator Mary Niichel-Hegwood. The Engineering Department manages construction bidding and posts construction projects through the Bid Express platform; contact the Procurement Office for non‑construction solicitations.

Where does the City of Des Moines post bids and RFPs?

The City of Des Moines posts goods and services solicitations on its IonWave eProcurement portal (https://dsm.ionwave.net/). Construction project bids are published through the Bid Express platform; the City's Procurement and Engineering web pages link to both portals for registration and bid access.

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