Caddo Parish bids, RFPs and contracts
Shreveport, LouisianaPop. 224,226 · caddo.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 8, 2026
- 16 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 49
- 5 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 27
- Contracts
- 300
- 180 vendors
The 30-second brief
49 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Caddo Parish's meetings, most in capital projects and professional services. The latest, from Oct 8: At its October 8, 2026 meeting, the commission adopted Ordinance No. 6644 of 2026 for the Crow Road property. The rezoning allows a commissary, farmers market, reception facility, and outdoor seating, with site amenities including a nature walking path, edible landscaping, fruit tree orchard, and agritourism programming. This is an approved development concept that can lead to design, site work, and construction spending.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
Latest awards: Hope Connections for caddo Parish Continues Agreement Work With HOPE Connections (Oct 2026) and Beta Land Services LLC (Bonus of not less than $3,000.00 per acre; royalty of not less than 1/4th or 25%, Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Caddo Parish's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Caddo Parish has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Caddo Parish buys from, taken from council records. 300 contracts with 180 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Caddo Parish.
Questions about Caddo Parish
How do I become an approved vendor for Caddo Parish?
Caddo Parish currently works with 180 vendors across contract types including OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 75 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 Caddo Parish?
Small purchases under LA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Caddo Parish include Caddo Parish — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Caddo Parish — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and North Louisiana Criminalistics Lab: Budget Approval & Business Impact, 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 Caddo Parish publish RFPs?
Caddo Parish publishes formal RFPs on its official website and LA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 27 solicitations from Caddo Parish. 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 Caddo Parish?
At Caddo Parish, 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. Verified contact details are available for 75 decision-makers at Caddo Parish.
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What does Caddo Parish spend the most on?
Based on 700 tracked contracts, Caddo Parish spends most on Capital Projects (325), Grants (110), Public Works (100), Administration & Finance (83), and Public Safety (82). Contract types include OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Caddo Parish's current vendors?
Caddo Parish currently works with vendors including HOPE CONNECTIONS, BETA LAND SERVICES LLC, SILVER HILL III BLM HOLDINGS INC, SILVER HILL HAYNESVILLE E&P LLC, SILVER HILL ENERGY OPERATING LLC, MERIT ENERGY SERVICES LLC, WNR HAYNESVILLE OPERATING LLC, CLASSIC PETROLEUM INC, PINE WAVE ENERGY PARTNERS OPERATING LLC, and SILVER HILL IV HAYNESVILLE E&P LLC. These vendors span contract types like OTHER. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Caddo Parish working on?
Based on 9 tracked meetings, Caddo Parish is actively discussing: Caddo Parish — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Caddo Parish — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), North Louisiana Criminalistics Lab: Budget Approval & Business Impact, Caddo Parish Commission Approves 2026 Budget, Discusses MPC Funding, and Caddo Parish Commission Approves Budget Amendments, Appointments. 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 Caddo Parish have?
Caddo Parish currently has 27 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (325), Grants (110), and Public Works (100). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, LA's state portal, and other sources.