City of Lavaca bids, RFPs and contracts
ArkansasPop. 2,528 · cityoflavaca.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 12, 2026
- 21 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 3
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1
- Next due Nov 5
- Contracts
- 109
- 68 vendors
The 30-second brief
3 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Lavaca's meetings, most in public works and information technology. The latest, from Oct 12: Mayor Hardgrave said the West Birch Street water line improvements bid opening will be Nov. 5, 2026. The project is still at the bidding stage, so no contractor has been selected yet. This is a live utility infrastructure opportunity for firms that do water line work or related materials. The next decision point is the bid opening on Nov. 5, 2026.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
1 open RFP, the next due Nov 5. Latest awards: Liberty Roofing for lavaca Authorizes Settlement Talks With Liberty Roofing (Oct 2026) and White, Tyler for lavaca Awards ABC Hut Bid to Tyler White ($351.00, Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Lavaca's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Lavaca is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Lavaca buys from, taken from council records. 109 contracts with 68 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Lavaca.
Questions about City of Lavaca
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Lavaca?
City of Lavaca currently works with 68 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, FACILITIES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 6 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 Lavaca?
Small purchases under AR's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Lavaca include Lavaca City Council Meeting Summary: Sewer Project, Budget, and Ordinance, Lavaca City Council Meeting Summary: Budget, Personnel, and Planning Updates, and Lavaca City Council Meeting: Zoning Change Approved for Duplex Project, 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 Lavaca publish RFPs?
City of Lavaca publishes formal RFPs on its official website and AR's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 4 solicitations from City of Lavaca. 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 Lavaca?
At City of Lavaca, 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 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 6 decision-makers at City of Lavaca.
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What does City of Lavaca spend the most on?
Based on 152 tracked contracts, City of Lavaca spends most on Capital Projects (78), Public Works (48), Grants (12), Environmental Services (8), and Public Safety (6). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, FACILITIES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, 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 Lavaca's current vendors?
City of Lavaca currently works with vendors including LIBERTY ROOFING, WHITE, TYLER, FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF FORT SMITH, CITIZENS BANK & TRUST, HAWKINS WEIR ENGINEERS INC, PRZYBYSZ & ASSOCIATES CPAS, MCCLELLAND CONSULTING ENGINEERS INC, and COVE CREEK CONSTRUCTION INC. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, FACILITIES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, 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 Lavaca working on?
Based on 3 tracked meetings, City of Lavaca is actively discussing: Lavaca City Council Meeting Summary: Sewer Project, Budget, and Ordinance, Lavaca City Council Meeting Summary: Budget, Personnel, and Planning Updates, and Lavaca City Council Meeting: Zoning Change Approved for Duplex Project. 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 Lavaca have?
City of Lavaca currently has 4 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (78), Public Works (48), and Grants (12). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, AR's state portal, and other sources.