Van Buren County bids, RFPs and contracts
ArkansasPop. 16,238 · vanburencountyar.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 16, 2026
- 21 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 11
- 2 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 31
- Contracts
- 115
- 78 vendors
The 30-second brief
11 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Van Buren County's meetings, most in capital projects and public safety. The latest, from Oct 16: Authorization of pest control services business transactions with Better Than Best Pest Control.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Forst Security for ACH Withdrawal Ordinance Involving FORST SECURITY Pending (Oct 2026) and First Service Bank (Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Van Buren County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Van Buren County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Van Buren County buys from, taken from council records. 115 contracts with 78 vendors.
Questions about Van Buren County
How do I become an approved vendor for Van Buren County?
Van Buren County currently works with 78 vendors across contract types including FINANCIAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, OTHER, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with Van Buren County?
Small purchases under AR's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Van Buren County include City Council Meeting: Infrastructure, Development, & Community Update, Van Buren County Quorum Court Meeting: Budget, Infrastructure & Projects, and City Council Meeting: Airport Expansion, Infrastructure & Veterans Day, 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 Van Buren County publish RFPs?
Van Buren County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and AR's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 31 solicitations from Van Buren County. 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 Van Buren County?
At Van Buren County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call.
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What does Van Buren County spend the most on?
Based on 793 tracked contracts, Van Buren County spends most on Capital Projects (518), Public Works (111), Grants (86), Public Safety (40), and Contract Admin (38). Contract types include FINANCIAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, OTHER, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Van Buren County's current vendors?
Van Buren County currently works with vendors including FORST SECURITY, FIRST SERVICE BANK, KENWOOD, BALE AUTOMOTIVE, ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, HERITAGE & TOURISM, SMART CHEVROLET, ROGERS GROUP, FIRST SERVICE BANK OF CLINTON ARKANSAS, and ATLAS ASHPALT OF QUITMAN. These vendors span contract types like FINANCIAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, OTHER, 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 Van Buren County working on?
Based on 10 tracked meetings, Van Buren County is actively discussing: City Council Meeting: Infrastructure, Development, & Community Update, Van Buren County Quorum Court Meeting: Budget, Infrastructure & Projects, City Council Meeting: Airport Expansion, Infrastructure & Veterans Day, Clinton City Council Discusses Infrastructure, Finances, and Community Events, and Van Buren County Court: Financial Adjustments and Infrastructure Investments Approved. 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 Van Buren County have?
Van Buren County currently has 31 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (518), Public Works (111), and Grants (86). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, AR's state portal, and other sources.