The City of Iowa Colony is soliciting bids for construction of approximately 1,500 feet of Ames Boulevard extension south from Cedar Rapids Parkway. The work includes site preparation, roadway excavation and grading, storm sewer installation, concrete pavement and driveway aprons, signage and striping, and utility relocation. Substantial completion is expected within 180 calendar days after issuance of the notice to proceed.
Work includes 12-inch waterline interconnect. 3,506 LF provide all supervision, labor, materials, tools, equipment, incidentals and related items to install 12-inch PVC, c-900 water line, including fittings and appurtenances, with standard bedding and backfill; 542 LF provide all supervision, labor, materials, tools, equipment, incidentals and related items to bore and install 12-inch PVC, c-900 water line inside 20-inch steel casing with spacers; 2 EA provide all supervision, labor, materials, tools, equipment, incidentals and related items to install 12-inch plug and clamp, with 2-inch blow off valve. See attached file.
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Census ID
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135097
Employee FTE
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46
Population
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20,503
Procurement Difficulty Score
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48 / 100
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No evidence that City of Iowa Colony uses sole source contracting or publishes sole-source thresholds. Expect low likelihood of approval; redirect efforts to cooperative contracts. If pressed, be prepared for rigorous justification and approvals—then quickly pivot back to coops.
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City of Iowa Colony actively uses cooperative purchasing (notably TIPS and HGACBuy) for streamlined buys. You can gain access to TIPS and HGACBuy through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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City of Iowa Colony Contracts
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Motorola Solutions at City of Iowa Colony
Effective: May 2, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document details a Purchase Requisition/Purchase Order from the City of Iowa Colony Police Department to Motorola Solutions for V700 Body Cameras and associated accessories, software support, and licenses. The total amount for this specific purchase order is $22,430.00, which includes an incentive to match a grant. The order was submitted on May 2, 2024, under Contract 17724 - HGAC (TX)-RA05-21. The quote, dated April 9, 2024, outlines various items with terms up to 3 years for software support.
ENCODEPLUS, LLC at City of Iowa Colony
Effective: Jun 21, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document outlines a purchase order and corresponding invoice for an annual software license from enCodePlus, LLC to the City of Iowa Colony. The total cost for the license, which covers the period from June 21, 2025, to June 20, 2026, is $11,000.00. The license includes components such as Site Navigator, eReader, Cloud Library, and GIS Bundle. The purchase order was submitted on November 12, 2024, and the invoice is dated November 8, 2024, with a PO number of 2024 - 1112.04.
DataVox, Inc. at City of Iowa Colony
Effective: Oct 1, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document details a purchase order from the City of Iowa Colony to DataVox, Inc. for three 3-year Microsoft Windows Server 2022 Datacenter Core Licenses with Software Assurance, totaling $32,445.00. The proposal was presented on September 18, 2024, accepted on September 20, 2024, and the purchase order was submitted on October 1, 2024. The contract covers a 3-year term for the software assurance.
Lexipol, LLC at City of Iowa Colony
Effective: Jun 1, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document details a purchase by the City of Iowa Colony, specifically its Police Department, from Lexipol, LLC for law enforcement policy manuals and related services. The agreement, identified by PO # 2024-00-04, has a contract term from June 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025, with an invoice period from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025, totaling $8,310.60.
Public Management, Inc. at City of Iowa Colony
Effective: Feb 20, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This contract between Public Management, Inc. (Consultant) and the City of Iowa Colony (Client) is for the provision of Administration Services related to the American Rescue Plan - Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Funding. Effective February 20, 2024, the agreement outlines various administrative, financial, construction management, environmental, and compliance services. The total fee for these services is not to exceed $35,000.00, detailed in a work authorization with a payment schedule tied to project milestones. The contract duration is until the program's full closeout, and it includes standard terms and conditions, hourly rates for out-of-scope work, and termination clauses.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Iowa Colony
City of Iowa Colony Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes
Date: Oct 5, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The commission reviewed and approved several subdivision plats, including the Apollo CR 57 Preliminary Plat, the Ellwood Dubuque Parkway Street Dedication Preliminary Plat, and multiple final plats for the Ellwood development sections. Furthermore, a presentation was conducted regarding the Colony Retreat Planned Unit Development, which covered proposed lot widths, access points, traffic concerns, drainage management, and the potential establishment of a Municipal Utility District. During the citizen comment period, a resident raised concerns regarding ongoing drainage issues near their property.
City Of Iowa Colony City Council Worksession Minutes
Date: Jul 8, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The City Council conducted a worksession to discuss the preliminary FY 2026-2027 City Budget, the tax rate calculation, and plans for new funds to improve transparency. The session also covered updates on the Land Use Plan and Capital Improvement Plan, specifically focusing on bond projects, water distribution and wastewater systems, and status reports on upcoming water plant and waterline extension projects.
City Of Iowa Colony City Council Worksession Minutes
Key Contacts
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Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Iowa Colony?
The City of Iowa Colony’s municipal government manages procurement and publishes solicitations on the City’s Bids & Proposals page and Document Center. Official city webpages host bid notices, RFPs, and contractor registration forms vendors use to submit responses and register to do business with the city.
Where does City of Iowa Colony post bids and RFPs?
The City of Iowa Colony posts bids and RFPs on its official Bids & Proposals page and publishes solicitation PDFs in the City Document Center. Vendors should monitor those city pages for posted solicitations, attached documents, and submission instructions.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Iowa Colony?
Vendors register using the Contractor/Trade Registration form on the City of Iowa Colony’s Permit Applications & Information page and Document Center, and the City requires a current W‑9 before doing business. Registration collects contractor type and licensing information needed for vendor files.
The council conducted a worksession to discuss several key items. Public comments were received regarding the history of variance requests for a local car dealership, specifically focusing on sign ordinances and lighting requirements. The council reviewed a water and wastewater rate study, discussing potential rate adjustments, conservation efforts, and the financial requirements for utility infrastructure maintenance. Additionally, the council held a discussion on commercial monument signage regulations along the State Highway 288 corridor, evaluating factors such as sign height, spacing, visibility, and standards based on business type and roadway speeds.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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What products and services does City of Iowa Colony procure?
The City of Iowa Colony procures municipal professional services—such as third‑party building inspection and plan review—and construction‑related services for city projects. Solicitation examples and related scope documents are posted in the City Document Center.
What procurement requirements does City of Iowa Colony publish for vendors?
The City of Iowa Colony requires a current W‑9 and completion of the Contractor Registration form that collects contractor type and licensing; individual solicitation PDFs in the Document Center set solicitation‑specific insurance, bonding, licensing, and other compliance requirements.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Iowa Colony?
Procurement submission instructions and standard solicitation terms for the City of Iowa Colony are published on the City's Bids & Proposals page and within solicitation PDFs in the Document Center. Vendors should review each posted RFP or bid document for the specific terms and submission requirements.
