Sebastian County bids, RFPs and contracts
Fort Smith, ArkansasPop. 130,641 · sebastiancountyar.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 15, 2026
- 22 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 30
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 117
- Contracts
- 39
- 34 vendors
The 30-second brief
30 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Sebastian County's meetings, most in public safety and information technology. The latest, from Oct 15: The Assessor's 2027 proposed budget increased Other Professional Services to $181,414 and specifically noted a 'New WAPOD Contract.' This was a budget request under review, not a final award. The line indicates appraisal or property-data services are being expanded and tied to a named contracted service.
Public Safety leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Elections and Information Technology.
Latest awards: Stryker Sales LLC for county Considers Four-Year Stryker ProCare Agreement ($9,692.00, Oct 2026) and TURNKEY for turnkey ADC Medical Contract Includes Four-Year Increases ($1,490,628, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Sebastian County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Sebastian County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Sebastian County buys from, taken from council records. 39 contracts with 34 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Sebastian County.
Questions about Sebastian County
How do I become an approved vendor for Sebastian County?
Sebastian County currently works with 34 vendors across contract types including MAINTENANCE, EQUIPMENT, TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, and UTILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 116 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 Sebastian County?
Small purchases under AR's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Public Safety (14), Elections (9), and Information Technology (8), 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 Sebastian County publish RFPs?
Sebastian County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and AR's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 117 solicitations from Sebastian County. The most active RFP sectors are Public Safety, Elections, Information Technology. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Sebastian County?
At Sebastian County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Water, Circuit Clerk, and Parks & Recreation. 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 116 decision-makers at Sebastian County.
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What does Sebastian County spend the most on?
Based on 44 tracked contracts, Sebastian County spends most on Public Safety (14), Elections (9), Information Technology (8), Capital Projects (7), and Parks & Recreation (6). Contract types include MAINTENANCE, EQUIPMENT, TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, and UTILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Sebastian County's current vendors?
Sebastian County currently works with vendors including STRYKER SALES LLC, TURNKEY, CDW-G, UPS BATTERY CENTER, MILESTONE CONSTRUCTION COMPANY LLC, CITY OF FORT SMITH, DISPLAYS4SALE, and MARK MCLARTY FORD. These vendors span contract types like MAINTENANCE, EQUIPMENT, TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, and UTILITIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
How many active solicitations does Sebastian County have?
Sebastian County currently has 117 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Public Safety (14), Elections (9), and Information Technology (8). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, AR's state portal, and other sources.