Rapides Parish bids, RFPs and contracts
Alexandria, LouisianaPop. 125,877 · rppj.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 26, 2026
- 11 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 79
- 6 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 1
- None open now
- Contracts
- 1,237
- 381 vendors
The 30-second brief
79 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Rapides Parish's meetings, most in grants and equipment. The latest, from Oct 26: The Police Jury scheduled a vote on a Special Committee recommendation to buy two new movable office buildings, one for Esler Field Road and one for Glenmora. Each building is capped at $50,000 and the specific building type still needs concurrence from the Public Works Director and the Special Committee. The same item also includes a 50-year CEA and lease with the Town of Glenmora for three acres for a new Public Works Department office/station. The next decision point was the October 26, 2026 meeting.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Nowlin Law Firm LLC Dba Keiser & Nowlin Attorneys at Law for parish Plans Legal Contract Extension With Nowlin Firm (Oct 2026) and Village of Mcnary for parish Plans McNary Drainage Work Reimbursement ($8,191.70, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Rapides Parish's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Rapides Parish has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Rapides Parish buys from, taken from council records. 1,237 contracts with 381 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Rapides Parish.
Questions about Rapides Parish
How do I become an approved vendor for Rapides Parish?
Rapides Parish currently works with 381 vendors across contract types including LEGAL, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 29 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 Rapides Parish?
Small purchases under LA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Rapides Parish include Rapides Parish — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Rapides 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 Rapides Parish publish RFPs?
Rapides Parish publishes formal RFPs on its official website and LA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 1 solicitations from Rapides 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 Rapides Parish?
At Rapides Parish, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include House of Representatives. 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 29 decision-makers at Rapides Parish.
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What does Rapides Parish spend the most on?
Based on 2,434 tracked contracts, Rapides Parish spends most on Capital Projects (1,349), Public Works (609), Grants (339), Public Notices & Legal Advertising (72), and Public Safety (65). Contract types include LEGAL, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Rapides Parish's current vendors?
Rapides Parish currently works with vendors including NOWLIN LAW FIRM LLC DBA KEISER & NOWLIN ATTORNEYS AT LAW, VILLAGE OF MCNARY, PAFFORD EMS, PAN AMERICAN ENGINEERS, OTIS ELEVATOR, INTEGRITY ELEVATOR SOLUTIONS, ENTERPRISE FLEET MANAGEMENT, and MAGNOLIA STATE CONSTRUCTION. These vendors span contract types like LEGAL, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and MAINTENANCE. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Rapides Parish working on?
Based on 2 tracked meetings, Rapides Parish is actively discussing: Rapides Parish — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Rapides 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 Rapides Parish have?
Rapides Parish currently has 1 active solicitation. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,349), Public Works (609), and Grants (339). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, LA's state portal, and other sources.