City of Lafayette bids, RFPs and contracts
Lafayette, LouisianaPop. 123,311 · lafayettela.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 7 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 167
- 18 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 105
- Contracts
- 104
- 56 vendors
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167 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Lafayette's meetings, most in public safety and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 27: Municipal Legislative Compliance and Policy Monitoring Advisory.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Safety and Public Works.
Latest awards: Link & Learn LLC (Oct 2026) and Louisiana Department of the Treasury for lafayette Introduces Ballistic Shield Funding Agreement ($100,000, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Lafayette's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Lafayette has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Lafayette buys from, taken from council records. 104 contracts with 56 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Lafayette.
Questions about City of Lafayette
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Lafayette?
City of Lafayette currently works with 56 vendors across contract types including EQUIPMENT, OTHER, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 43 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 Lafayette?
Small purchases under LA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Lafayette include Lafayette City Council Meeting: Finances, Senior Services & Park Updates, Lafayette City Council: Roundup Saloon Honored, Safety Concerns Addressed, and Design Review: Hillside Development Permit Approved With Color Review, 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 Lafayette publish RFPs?
City of Lafayette publishes formal RFPs on its official website and LA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 105 solicitations from City of Lafayette. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Safety, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Lafayette?
At City of Lafayette, 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 Lafayette City Council. 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 43 decision-makers at City of Lafayette.
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What does City of Lafayette spend the most on?
Based on 728 tracked contracts, City of Lafayette spends most on Capital Projects (343), Public Safety (108), Public Works (104), Transportation (92), and Grants (81). Contract types include EQUIPMENT, OTHER, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Lafayette's current vendors?
City of Lafayette currently works with vendors including LINK & LEARN LLC, LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY, STATE OF LOUISIANA, UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA AT LAFAYETTE, and DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY & CORRECTIONS, PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES, OFFICE OF STATE FIRE MARSHAL, FIRE & EMERGENCY TRAINING ACADEMY. These vendors span contract types like EQUIPMENT, OTHER, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. 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 Lafayette working on?
Based on 10 tracked meetings, City of Lafayette is actively discussing: Lafayette City Council Meeting: Finances, Senior Services & Park Updates, Lafayette City Council: Roundup Saloon Honored, Safety Concerns Addressed, Design Review: Hillside Development Permit Approved With Color Review, Design Review Commission Reviews Senior Care Facility & Signage Dispute, and Lafayette City Council Discusses Field Fees, MTC Policy on October 14, 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 Lafayette have?
City of Lafayette currently has 105 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (343), Public Safety (108), and Public Works (104). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, LA's state portal, and other sources.