Central St. Landry Economic Development District bids, RFPs and contracts
Opelousas, Louisianaopportunitystlandry.com/about/economic-development-districts/central-st-landry-economic-development-district- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 14, 2026
- 21 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 2
- 2 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 72
- 32 vendors
The 30-second brief
2 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Central St. Landry Economic Development District's meetings, most in capital projects and professional services. The latest, from Oct 14: The board scheduled consideration of a letter of approval for 2026-27 Capital Outlay Access under Infrastructure Projects. The item was listed in old business and no vendor was named. The meeting notice did not state an amount or a final decision, only that the board would take it up at the October 14, 2026 meeting.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Communications and Professional Services.
Latest awards: BIHM for BIHM Wastewater Upgrade Change Order Considered ($20,355.00 increase, Oct 2026) and Stark Exterminator for stark Exterminator Approved for Annual Pest Control Services ($1,420 per year, Aug 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Central St. Landry Economic Development District's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Central St. Landry Economic Development District buys from, taken from council records. 72 contracts with 32 vendors.
Questions about Central St. Landry Economic Development District
How do I become an approved vendor for Central St. Landry Economic Development District?
Central St. Landry Economic Development District currently works with 32 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, CONSULTING, STAFFING, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. 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 Central St. Landry Economic Development District?
Small purchases under LA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (3), Communications (3), and Professional Services (2), 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 Central St. Landry Economic Development District publish RFPs?
Central St. Landry Economic Development District publishes formal RFPs on its official website and LA's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Central St. Landry Economic Development District?
At Central St. Landry Economic Development District, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. 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 Central St. Landry Economic Development District spend the most on?
Based on 10 tracked contracts, Central St. Landry Economic Development District spends most on Capital Projects (3), Communications (3), Professional Services (2), Administration & Finance (1), and Environmental Services (1). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, CONSULTING, STAFFING, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Central St. Landry Economic Development District's current vendors?
Central St. Landry Economic Development District currently works with vendors including BIHM, STARK EXTERMINATOR, MANCO, RETAIL STRATEGIES, ST. LANDRY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT (SLED), and DIRECT SOLUTIONS. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, CONSULTING, STAFFING, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.