City of Colt bids, RFPs and contracts
ArkansasPop. 283 · local.arkansas.gov/local.php?agency=Colt- Latest contract
- Jun 26, 2025
- 16 months ago
- Contracts
- 46
- 39 vendors
- Decision makers
- 8
- Population
- 283
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Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Safety.
Latest awards: Ed Martin for ed Martin gets raise for license (Jun 2025) and AXION for city of Bull Shoals Police purchases Axion 3 bodycams (Mar 2025).
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Vendors and contracts
Who City of Colt buys from, taken from council records. 46 contracts with 39 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Colt.
Questions about City of Colt
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Colt?
City of Colt currently works with 39 vendors across contract types including License, Purchase, Service, Lease Agreement, and Installation. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 8 known contacts at this agency to help you find the right point of entry. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with City of Colt?
Small purchases under AR's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (47), Public Works (28), and Public Safety (19), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. The key is timing: reach the right department head while they're still scoping the project, not after the RFP is already live. Monitoring what agencies are discussing and spending on helps you start conversations before the competition.
Where does City of Colt publish RFPs?
City of Colt publishes formal RFPs on its official website and AR's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Colt?
At City of Colt, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. Key departments include State of Arkansas, Water, and City Hall. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call. Verified contact details are available for 8 decision-makers at City of Colt.
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What does City of Colt spend the most on?
Based on 116 tracked contracts, City of Colt spends most on Capital Projects (47), Public Works (28), Public Safety (19), Grants (14), and Legal & Compliance (8). Contract types include License, Purchase, Service, Lease Agreement, and Installation. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Colt's current vendors?
City of Colt currently works with vendors including ED MARTIN, AXION, PARKWITH US, BLUE OWL, CRAWFORD ELECTRIC, CASEYS FUEL, MC HARCOURT CONSTRUCTION, ENTERGY CORPORATION, and BROWN JULIAN. These vendors span contract types like License, Purchase, Service, Lease Agreement, and Installation. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.