City of Hot Springs bids, RFPs and contracts
Hot Springs, ArkansasPop. 37,979 · hotspringsar.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 21, 2026
- 12 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 139
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 10+
- Next due Nov 2
- Contracts
- 659
- 301 vendors
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139 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Hot Springs's meetings, most in parks & recreation and grants. The latest, from Oct 21: Demolition and clearing of a vacant single-family residence at 653 Crescent Avenue.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
10+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 2. Latest awards: Glass Doctor of Central Arkansas for airport Window Refurbishment Estimate From Glass Doctor (Approximately $53,000, Oct 2026) and Shields & Associates for hot Springs Approves $37,020 Airport Terminal Change Order ($37,020.00, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Hot Springs's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Hot Springs is accepting responses to now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Hot Springs buys from, taken from council records. 659 contracts with 301 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Hot Springs.
Questions about City of Hot Springs
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Hot Springs?
City of Hot Springs currently works with 301 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIES, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 195 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 Hot Springs?
Small purchases under AR's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Hot Springs include City of Hot Springs — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Hot Springs — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Hot Springs — 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 Hot Springs publish RFPs?
City of Hot Springs publishes formal RFPs on its official website and AR's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 243 solicitations from City of Hot Springs. 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 City of Hot Springs?
At City of Hot Springs, 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 Utilities, Police, Planning, Public Works, and Engineering. 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 195 decision-makers at City of Hot Springs.
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What does City of Hot Springs spend the most on?
Based on 1,801 tracked contracts, City of Hot Springs spends most on Capital Projects (1,018), Public Works (424), Grants (145), Recreation & Community Services (137), and Public Services (77). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIES, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Hot Springs's current vendors?
City of Hot Springs currently works with vendors including GLASS DOCTOR OF CENTRAL ARKANSAS, SHIELDS & ASSOCIATES, GARVER LLC, CORE & MAIN LP, TROJAN TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION, HOT SPRINGS ADVERTISING & PROMOTION COMMISSION, REDSTONE CONSTRUCTION GROUP INC, AXON ENTERPRISES INC, and HIGH IMPACT MOVEMENT INC DBA ELEVATE HOT SPRINGS. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIES, and OTHER. 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 Hot Springs working on?
Based on 29 tracked meetings, City of Hot Springs is actively discussing: City of Hot Springs — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Hot Springs — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Hot Springs — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), City Board Meeting: Youth Programs, City Services & Economic Initiatives, and Hot Springs Board Approves Infrastructure Contracts & Revitalization Grant. 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 Hot Springs have?
City of Hot Springs currently has 243 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,018), Public Works (424), and Grants (145). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, AR's state portal, and other sources.