The project includes the construction of a water quality wetland involving clearing and grubbing, water handling, survey and staking, excess excavation, earth embankment, topsoil removal and replacement, wetland/grass/floodplain seeding, turf reinforcement matting, steel sheet piling, riprap, gabion stone, drain tile removal, non-woven filter fabric, inline water control structures, PVC piping with rodent guards, stream crossings with CMP and metal pipe aprons, and full SWPPP development and management.
Sole Source:If sale is less than $50,000, use sole source only if your solution is truly unique/proprietary and can be framed as a professional service with a strong justification memo; otherwise pivot back to coops.
Coops:Start with State of Iowa cooperative contracts, especially NASPO ValuePoint and Sourcewell, and you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Polk County, IA permits direct-sourcing of professional services when it is in the “best interest of Polk County.” Use this only if your offering is a unique service or proprietary technology. Practical steps:
Coordinate with the requesting department to classify the engagement as a professional service.
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Polk County has used cooperative purchasing before. 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 Polk County
Effective: Nov 29, 2022Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This contract establishes a Master Services and Purchasing Agreement between Polk County Iowa and Axon Enterprise, Inc. for Body Worn Camera, Vehicle Camera, and Digital Evidence Software, along with associated cloud services, professional services, and technology assurance plans. The agreement has an initial term of 5 years, commencing on November 29, 2022, with an option for annual extensions. The total estimated cost for the 60-month program is $1,738,054.64, payable in annual installments. The contract also includes a Business Associate Agreement for HIPAA compliance.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Polk County
Polk County Joint 911 Service Board Executive Committee Meeting Minutes
Date: Apr 13, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee discussed updates on the Alert Iowa operating plan and approved training requests for the APCO/NENA conference. Reports were provided regarding the Iowa HSEM 911 program, including data center transitions and implementation of SIP traffic. The committee reviewed financial reports, updates from the PSAP Advisory and Metro Interoperability committees involving radio system backups and talkgroup encryption, and the status of the CAD Improvement Project. Additionally, the committee addressed the upcoming renewal of the 28E agreement for the 911 Coordinator's position and plans for revising the board's bylaws.
Polk County Joint 911 Service Board PSAP Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
Date: May 28, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee received updates on communications center operations, including telecommunicator training status, phone system installations, and CAD upgrades across multiple jurisdictions. Administrative business included a review of the Alert Iowa Operating Plan and the status of the 28E agreement. Financial reports for the month were reviewed. The meeting also included discussions on potential Ebola screening protocols, which were deferred, the status of the Westcom encryption agreement, and upcoming leadership training opportunities.
Polk County Joint 911 Service Board Meeting Minutes
Date: May 20, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Board discussed and approved a draft 28E proposal involving the Emergency Management Commission. Key operational updates included PSAP staffing reports, CAD system upgrade timelines, and the successful completion of encryption projects for public safety talkgroups. The board reviewed updates regarding the Alert Iowa platform, including Wireless Emergency Alerts and public opt-in participation, alongside a status report on GIS grant funding. Financial reports regarding surcharge distribution were also examined. Additionally, the board covered committee activities, including progress on the CAD improvement project and various state-level interoperability committees, and reviewed proposed changes to the outdoor warning siren policy, including potential new triggers for siren activation.
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