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City of Marion bids, RFPs and contracts

Marion, Arkansas
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 29, 2026
9 days ago
Pre-RFPs
11
2 in the last 30 days
Bids and RFPs
25
Contracts
794
466 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

11 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Marion's meetings, most in community events & activities and information technology. The latest, from Oct 29: Anzac Day Dawn Service Event Operations and Traffic Coordination.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Administration & Finance and Transportation.

How they buy

Latest awards: Preferred Sandblasting & Coating for water Tower Painting Bid Awarded to Preferred Sandblasting ($191,056.10, Aug 2026) and B & B Utility Contractors for city Awards Water Line Project to B & B Utility ($774,000.00, Aug 2026).

11 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 29

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Marion's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Recent bids and RFPs

Solicitations City of Marion has posted. None are open right now.

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Marion buys from, taken from council records. 794 contracts with 466 vendors.

PREFERRED SANDBLASTING & COATINGWater Tower Painting Bid Awarded to Preferred Sandblasting · Aug 25$191,056.10
B & B UTILITY CONTRACTORSCity Awards Water Line Project to B & B Utility · Aug 12$774,000.00
B&B UTILITY CONTRACTORSCouncil Reviews Water Line Bid From B&B Utility · Aug 12Undisclosed
GLOW BALL NATIONCity Approves Glow Ball Nation Recreation Contract · Jul 28Up to $60,000.00
SCIFRESRezoning Ordinance for Scifres Property Considered · Jul 28Undisclosed

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Marion.

Questions about City of Marion

How do I become an approved vendor for City of Marion?

City of Marion currently works with 466 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, FACILITIES, INSURANCE, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 25 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 Marion?

Small purchases under AR's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Marion include City of Marion — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Marion — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Bids Open for Marion Bridge Repair: Deck & Approach Project in 2026, suggesting active spending in these areas. 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 Marion publish RFPs?

City of Marion publishes formal RFPs on its official website and AR's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 25 solicitations from City of Marion. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Administration & Finance, Transportation. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Marion?

At City of Marion, 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 Wastewater, Information Technology, Library, City Council, and Public Works. 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 25 decision-makers at City of Marion.

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What does City of Marion spend the most on?

Based on 41 tracked contracts, City of Marion spends most on Capital Projects (13), Administration & Finance (10), Transportation (8), Infrastructure & Maintenance (6), and Parks & Recreation (4). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, FACILITIES, INSURANCE, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of Marion's current vendors?

City of Marion currently works with vendors including PREFERRED SANDBLASTING & COATING, B & B UTILITY CONTRACTORS, B&B UTILITY CONTRACTORS, GLOW BALL NATION, SCIFRES, BLUE CROSS & BLUE SHIELD, HINO MOTORS MANUFACTURING U.S.A. INC, SN CONTRACTORS LLC, PARSONS, and AT&T. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, FACILITIES, INSURANCE, and EQUIPMENT. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.

What projects is City of Marion working on?

Based on 11 tracked meetings, City of Marion is actively discussing: City of Marion — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Marion — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Bids Open for Marion Bridge Repair: Deck & Approach Project in 2026, Arts Council: Utility Box Wraps, Sculpture Restoration & Artist Call, and Marion City Council Approves Infrastructure Investments & Development Agreements. These meeting topics indicate active project areas where the agency is scoping requirements, allocating budget, or evaluating vendors — often 6–18 months before formal RFPs are published.

How many active solicitations does City of Marion have?

City of Marion currently has 25 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (13), Administration & Finance (10), and Transportation (8). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, AR's state portal, and other sources.

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