City of Joplin bids, RFPs and contracts
Joplin, MissouriPop. 53,930 · joplinmo.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 26, 2026
- 8 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 124
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 4+
- Next due Nov 4
- Contracts
- 1,240
- 347 vendors
The 30-second brief
124 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Joplin's meetings, most in administration & finance and public safety. The latest, from Oct 26: City Council Creates New Transit Operations Supervisor Role.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Construction and Public Works.
4+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 4. Latest awards: Art Concepts for art Commission to Discuss Zora Roundabout Art Agreement (Oct 2026) and ESRI for JATSO Reports Completed FY2026 ESRI License (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Joplin's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Joplin is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Joplin buys from, taken from council records. 1,240 contracts with 347 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Joplin.
Questions about City of Joplin
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Joplin?
City of Joplin currently works with 347 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LICENSE, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 332 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 Joplin?
Small purchases under MO's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Joplin include City of Joplin — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Joplin — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Joplin city — 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 Joplin publish RFPs?
City of Joplin publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MO's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 1,354 solicitations from City of Joplin. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Construction, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Joplin?
At City of Joplin, 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 Health > Environmental Health, Finance, Information Technology, 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 332 decision-makers at City of Joplin.
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What does City of Joplin spend the most on?
Based on 1,624 tracked contracts, City of Joplin spends most on Capital Projects (930), Construction (218), Public Works (187), Grants (152), and Consulting (137). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LICENSE, 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 Joplin's current vendors?
City of Joplin currently works with vendors including ART CONCEPTS, ESRI, EMANCIPATION CELEBRATION COMMITTEE, ALLGEIER, MARTIN & ASSOCIATES INC, JOPLIN DISC GOLF CLUB, MO-KAN DRAGWAY, ACE PIPE CLEANING INC, 4 STATE TRUCKS, and SILVER SAGE RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LICENSE, 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 Joplin working on?
Based on 14 tracked meetings, City of Joplin is actively discussing: City of Joplin — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Joplin — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Joplin city — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Joplin Sports CID Board Meeting: Legal Fees, Budget Amendment, Next Steps, and Building Board of Appeals Meeting: Demolitions & Progress, Dec 5, 2025. 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 Joplin have?
City of Joplin currently has 1,354 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (930), Construction (218), and Public Works (187). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MO's state portal, and other sources.