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

The City of Waukee's 2021 Purchasing Policy (D01A) documents a local vendor preference: the city will make every effort to purchase supplies and services from vendors with businesses located within the City of Waukee, provided pricing is competitive.

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

City of Waukee RFPs

Active opportunities open for bidding

Call to Artists - Spring Crest Park (Requests for Proposals)
Posted
Oct 5, 2026
Closes
Nov 2, 2026
Seeking public art to enhance this public facility that should: be playful and engaging; consist of materials and characteristics that will allow children and adults to safely interact with the artwork; fit with the park's character and theme; be located on the identified pedestal and be limited to 4,000 psi weight restriction.
Call to Artists - Underpass Mural Project RFP
Posted
Oct 5, 2026
Closes
Nov 2, 2026
Provide call to artists underpass mural project.
Pest Control for City of Waukee Facilities RFP
Posted
Oct 1, 2026
Closes
Nov 5, 2026
Provision of pest control services for City of Waukee facilities.

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Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
184221
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
160
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
34,890
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
58 / 100
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Procurement Hell Score
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58 / 100
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Quick Decision Flow
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- Sole Source: Use sole source only for true compatibility needs; otherwise pivot back to coops.
- Coops: Frequently procures through Sourcewell and NASPO ValuePoint; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Sole Source
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- City of Waukee rarely awards sole source purchases and requires strong compatibility justification. Deprioritize this path and pivot to cooperative purchasing unless a unique, non-substitutable compatibility requirement exists.
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Cooperatives
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- City of Waukee has used cooperative purchasing before to accelerate buys; you can gain access to the recommended path by reaching out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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City of Waukee Contracts

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Iowa Public Employer Labor Relations Association at City of Waukee
Effective: Aug 1, 2024Expires: Expiration date locked.
This Agreement outlines the partnership between the City of Waukee (Agency) and the Iowa Public Employer Labor Relations Association (IaPELRA) for services related to GovInvest compensation data. The Agency agrees to pay an annual fee of $3,500 and a one-time implementation fee of $161.29. The pricing for the annual fee is fixed for three years, and the agreement is set to renew annually from its effective start date of August 1, 2024. Either party can terminate the agreement with 60 days' prior written notice.

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Early Buyer Signals

Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Waukee

Waukee City Council Minutes
Date: Sep 21, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The City Council meeting focused primarily on a public hearing regarding the involuntary annexation of properties in the Hunter Hollow area, including discussions on infrastructure, zoning, and utility services. Following public input and deliberation, the Council approved a resolution for the involuntary annexation. Additional action items included the approval of the consent agenda, which encompassed the bill list and payroll records for the specified period.
Planning And Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes
Date: Sep 10, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Commission approved a site plan for a commercial building project on Lot 8, Waukee Towne Center, which includes the construction of a single-store Arhaus building. The project involves 14,544 square feet of space with associated parking, pedestrian connections, and landscaping. City staff provided an update on a Waukee Chamber bus tour.
Waukee City Council Work Session Meeting
Date: Sep 14, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting featured presentations from community partners including Central Iowa Shelter and Services, WayPoint Resources, and the Waukee Area Arts Council regarding their respective missions, services, and fiscal year statistics. The council reviewed a draft of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, focusing on public input, facility inventory, and maintenance strategies. Additionally, the Public Works Director provided updates on the regional transportation network, planned road projects, and the status of current construction projects. The council also considered a proposal regarding fencing alternatives for a proposed MidAmerican Energy substation site.

Key Contacts

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Nicholas OsborneAssistant City Administrator

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Sara KapposAssistant Public Works Director - Engineering

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Frequently asked questions

Who manages procurement and purchasing for the City of Waukee?

The City of Waukee's procurement authority is set by the City Council and purchasing is administered by the City Clerk's office at Waukee City Hall, operating under the Mayor–Council form of government and Iowa open meetings and records laws (Chapters 21 and 22).

Where does the City of Waukee post bids and RFPs?

The City of Waukee posts bids and RFPs on its Bid Postings page at https://www.waukee.org/Bids.aspx using the CivicEngage portal; sealed bids are accepted in person by the City Clerk at Waukee City Hall, 230 West Hickman Road.

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

City of Waukee procurement is governed by the 2021 Purchasing Policy (D01A), available through City Council records; the city's Code of Ordinances, including procurement provisions, is published in the official code library.

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City of Waukee RFPs

Call to Artists - Spring Crest Park (Requests for Proposals)

Call to Artists - Underpass Mural Project RFP

Pest Control for City of Waukee Facilities RFP

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City of Waukee Contracts

Iowa Public Employer Labor Relations Association at City of Waukee

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Waukee City Council Minutes

Planning And Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes

Waukee City Council Work Session Meeting

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City of Waukee RFPs

Call to Artists - Spring Crest Park (Requests for Proposals)

Call to Artists - Underpass Mural Project RFP

Pest Control for City of Waukee Facilities RFP

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City of Waukee Contracts

Iowa Public Employer Labor Relations Association at City of Waukee

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Waukee City Council Minutes

Planning And Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes

Waukee City Council Work Session Meeting

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City of Waukee RFPs

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City of Waukee Contracts

Iowa Public Employer Labor Relations Association at City of Waukee

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Waukee City Council Minutes

Planning And Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes

Waukee City Council Work Session Meeting

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City of Waukee RFPs

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City of Waukee Contracts

Iowa Public Employer Labor Relations Association at City of Waukee

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Waukee City Council Minutes

Planning And Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes

Waukee City Council Work Session Meeting

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