City of New Orleans bids, RFPs and contracts
New Orleans, LouisianaPop. 362,154 · nola.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 5, 2026
- 2 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 500
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Dec 17
- Contracts
- 5,899
- 2,161 vendors
The 30-second brief
500 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of New Orleans's meetings, most in capital projects and information technology. The latest, from Nov 5: City Council Authorizes RFP for CAFR and Pension System Audits.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
1+ open RFP, the next due Dec 17. Latest awards: New Orleans Workforce Development Board for council Approves Workforce Development Memorandum (Nov 2026) and Southern Disaster Recovery LLC for southern Disaster Recovery Zone 1 Amendment Submitted (Nov 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of New Orleans's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of New Orleans is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of New Orleans buys from, taken from council records. 5,899 contracts with 2,161 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of New Orleans.
Questions about City of New Orleans
How do I become an approved vendor for City of New Orleans?
City of New Orleans currently works with 2,161 vendors across contract types including OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 123 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 New Orleans?
Small purchases under LA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of New Orleans include City of New Orleans — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of New Orleans — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of New Orleans — Procurement Intelligence (January 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 New Orleans publish RFPs?
City of New Orleans publishes formal RFPs on its official website and LA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 232 solicitations from City of New Orleans. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of New Orleans?
At City of New Orleans, 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 Office of Workforce Development, Chief Administrative Office, Human Resources, Office of Information Technology & Innovation (ITI), Enterprise Information/GIS, Council Research Office, and Office of Councilmember-At-Large Jean-Paul “JP” Morrell, New Orleans City Council. 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 123 decision-makers at City of New Orleans.
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What does City of New Orleans spend the most on?
Based on 16,272 tracked contracts, City of New Orleans spends most on Capital Projects (10,935), Grants (2,326), Public Works (1,736), Public Safety (759), and Recreation & Community Services (516). Contract types include OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of New Orleans's current vendors?
City of New Orleans currently works with vendors including NEW ORLEANS WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD, SOUTHERN DISASTER RECOVERY LLC, OMNI HOTELS DEVELOPMENT COMPANY LLC, THOMPSON CONSULTING SERVICES LLC, CABRINI HIGH SCHOOL INC, BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY & AGRICULTURAL & MECHANICAL COLLEGE, and UNITED NEGRO COLLEGE FUND. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and CONSTRUCTION. 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 New Orleans working on?
Based on 28 tracked meetings, City of New Orleans is actively discussing: City of New Orleans — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of New Orleans — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of New Orleans — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), New Orleans City Council: Financial Review, Budget Allocations & FEMA Update, and City Council Meeting: Budget Amendments & Payroll Fund Allocations. 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 New Orleans have?
City of New Orleans currently has 232 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (10,935), Grants (2,326), and Public Works (1,736). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, LA's state portal, and other sources.