De Soto Parish bids, RFPs and contracts
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- Nov 2, 2026
- 5 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 96
- 14 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 201
- Contracts
- 369
- 84 vendors
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96 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in De Soto Parish's meetings, most in grants and public safety. The latest, from Nov 2: Parish Retaining Specialized Counsel for Nuisance Abatement and Code Enforcement.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Johnson Controls Building Solutions LLC for de Soto Parish Plans Johnson Controls Maintenance Agreement ($45,100 for Year 1; $46,455 for Year 2; $47,849 for Year 3 (total $139,404), Oct 2026) and Hammonds, Sills, Adkins, Guice, Noah & Perkins LLP for police Jury Plans Legal Engagement for Code Enforcement (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in De Soto Parish's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations De Soto Parish has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who De Soto Parish buys from, taken from council records. 369 contracts with 84 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at De Soto Parish.
Questions about De Soto Parish
How do I become an approved vendor for De Soto Parish?
De Soto Parish currently works with 84 vendors across contract types including MAINTENANCE, LEGAL, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 4 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 De Soto Parish?
Small purchases under LA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at De Soto Parish include De Soto Parish — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), De Soto Parish — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and De Soto Parish — 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 De Soto Parish publish RFPs?
De Soto Parish publishes formal RFPs on its official website and LA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 201 solicitations from De Soto Parish. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at De Soto Parish?
At De Soto Parish, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Police Jury, Administration, and Airport. 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 4 decision-makers at De Soto Parish.
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What does De Soto Parish spend the most on?
Based on 340 tracked contracts, De Soto Parish spends most on Capital Projects (159), Public Works (65), Grants (47), Environmental Services (36), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (33). Contract types include MAINTENANCE, LEGAL, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are De Soto Parish's current vendors?
De Soto Parish currently works with vendors including JOHNSON CONTROLS BUILDING SOLUTIONS LLC, HAMMONDS, SILLS, ADKINS, GUICE, NOAH & PERKINS LLP, JOHNSON CONTROLS, HEFNER, MICHAEL, CITY OF MANSFIELD, DEES GARDNER CPA, and LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION & DEVELOPMENT (LA DOTD). These vendors span contract types like MAINTENANCE, LEGAL, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, 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 De Soto Parish working on?
Based on 3 tracked meetings, De Soto Parish is actively discussing: De Soto Parish — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), De Soto Parish — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and De Soto Parish — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026). 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 De Soto Parish have?
De Soto Parish currently has 201 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (159), Public Works (65), and Grants (47). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, LA's state portal, and other sources.