Project consists of 20 linear feet of 48” diameter corrugated metal pipe, 40 linear feet of 42” reinforced concrete pipe, modification of an existing manhole, placing trench foundation stone, and any and all other miscellaneous items related thereto. The Board of Supervisors, acting as Trustees, will select any combination of Divisions and Alternates, which is in the best interest of the Drainage District, based on bid factors such as price, and pipe material. All Bidders will be required to complete each division and alternate of the “Proposal, Attachment C, Bid Items and Quantities” (including all alternate options) to be considered for the award.
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Census ID
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126547
Population
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14,322
Propensity to Spend
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Startup Friendliness
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Sole Source:Not viable here; skip and focus on spec influence to achieve a sole-source-in-effect outcome.
Coops:No evidence Kossuth County uses cooperative purchasing today, but you can position DAS Central Procurement – Statewide Master Agreements (Iowa Cooperative Purchasing Program), NASPO ValuePoint, HGACBuy, and Sourcewell as another option.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Kossuth County
Kossuth County Board of Supervisors Meeting
Date: Oct 27, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting included discussions on the arbitration for the main ditch board, updates from the EMS director regarding call volumes, equipment upgrades, paramedic student status, and new credit card payment options. Additionally, quarterly reports for the auditor, recorder, sheriff, and veterans affairs were approved. A handwritten claim for the replacement of a sheriff's department vehicle was reviewed and authorized. Finally, the Board approved the appointment of a new conservation director.
Kossuth County Board of Supervisors Informational Meeting
Date: Oct 29, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board conducted an informational meeting regarding data centers to gather facts and address public concerns. Topics included dispelling common myths about data centers, the potential economic impact, infrastructure requirements, and environmental considerations like water usage and noise levels. The discussion explored the feasibility of implementing a moratorium versus creating responsible legislation to regulate potential future data center projects.
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The board discussed road maintenance concerns and reviewed a report from the Veterans Affairs Director regarding claims, veteran assistance, and administrative training. Action was taken to assign a tax sale certificate for an empty lot to the City of Hoover. The planning and zoning administrator provided a quarterly update on building permits, variances, and environmental health metrics. The board formally accepted the resignation of the sanitary and weed commissioner and initiated the process for appointing an interim planning and zoning administrator.
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