City of Arkansas bids, RFPs and contracts
- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 1, 2026
- 2 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 17
- Bids and RFPs
- 4
- None open now
- Contracts
- 4,902
- 852 vendors
The 30-second brief
17 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Arkansas's meetings, most in capital projects and utilities. The latest, from Sep 1: City Proposes $2.7M Healthcare Sales Tax Fund.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: PEC for arkansas City engages PEC for site master planning (Jul 2026) and Ninja Sushi for CMB License Approved for Ninja Sushi Restaurant (Jun 2026).
17 pre-RFPs tracked at City of Arkansas. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Arkansas's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Arkansas has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Arkansas buys from, taken from council records. 4,902 contracts with 852 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Arkansas.
Questions about City of Arkansas
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Arkansas?
City of Arkansas currently works with 852 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LICENSE, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 58 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 City of Arkansas?
Small purchases under KS's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Arkansas include City of Arkansas — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Arkansas — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Arkansas — 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 City of Arkansas publish RFPs?
City of Arkansas publishes formal RFPs on its official website and KS's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 4 solicitations from City of Arkansas. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Arkansas?
At City of Arkansas, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. Key departments include Environmental Services Department, Administration, and Police. 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 58 decision-makers at City of Arkansas.
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What does City of Arkansas spend the most on?
Based on 1,598 tracked contracts, City of Arkansas spends most on Capital Projects (989), Public Works (318), Environmental Services (126), Grants (111), and Professional Services (54). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LICENSE, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Arkansas's current vendors?
City of Arkansas currently works with vendors including PEC, NINJA SUSHI, SCK HEALTH, PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS PA, COMPLIANCEONE, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, and AID-X PEST CONTROL INC. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LICENSE, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, 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 City of Arkansas working on?
Based on 25 tracked meetings, City of Arkansas is actively discussing: City of Arkansas — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Arkansas — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Arkansas — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Arkansas City Commission Meeting: Budget Amendments, Contracts, Compensation, and Arkansas City Commission Meeting: Pickleball Courts, Budget, and Zoning. 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 City of Arkansas have?
City of Arkansas currently has 4 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (989), Public Works (318), and Environmental Services (126). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, KS's state portal, and other sources.