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Wapello County
Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Wapello County.
- Buyer type:
- County
- Location:
- Ottumwa, IA
- Country:
- US
Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Wapello County.
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
164275
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
300
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
35,210
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
68 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Latest Budget Year
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Operating Budget
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Includes fiscal year calendars, procurement complexity scores, and strategic insights.
Procurement guidance and navigation tips.
Procurement Hell Score
Lower scores indicate easier procurement. Created by Starbridge.
Quick Decision Flow
Sole Source
Cooperatives
Full playbooks include agency-specific workflows, thresholds, and vendor benchmarks.
Board meetings and strategic plans from Wapello County
The Board of Supervisors discussed and approved the final plat for the Hill subdivision and the vacation of a portion of 14th Street. Key discussions also included the implementation of an electronic health records system for the jail, which is to be funded through commissary proceeds. Furthermore, the Board reviewed a proposed contract with the Samuel's Group to provide marketing and public education services regarding a major jail construction project, focusing on cost structure and the use of tax dollars.
The board meeting covered several administrative and operational topics. Key agenda items included the authorization of bill payments, the appointment of a new member to the Wellness Command Agency, and the discussion of animal control strategies following the cessation of veterinary services for strays. The board also addressed the resignation of a Veterans Affairs Commission member, approved a document locator subscription renewal, debated a renewable energy ordinance, and reviewed a presentation regarding supplemental insurance options. Additionally, the board considered the adoption of a utilization management program for the group health renewal.
The Board discussed several operational and administrative matters, including the approval of a jail expansion educational mailer, which was ultimately tabled for further review of the sample content to ensure compliance and neutrality. The Board approved a contract for the jail expansion project, with discussion regarding funding sources and the necessity of maintaining cost transparency. A resolution for a temporary road closure and detour on D61 due to railroad crossing repairs was also approved. Additionally, the Board addressed the resignation of a board member, renewed a contract, and discussed a renewable energy ordinance, noting the importance of utilizing legal resources to ensure proper drafting and protection against future litigation.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Track Wapello County meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
Early signals from meeting minutes and plans
Vendor mentions and competitor tracking
Decision timeline from discussion to RFP
Public-sector contacts connected to Wapello County.
Quotable insights from buyer leadership
