City of Lowell bids, RFPs and contracts
Lowell, ArkansasPop. 12,184 · lowellarkansas.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 13 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 56
- 17 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 35
- Contracts
- 282
- 162 vendors
The 30-second brief
56 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Lowell's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 20: Amendment to MDOT agreement for trail construction contract related to the Fred Meijer Grand River Valley Rail Trail project.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Notices & Legal Advertising.
Latest awards: Black Hills Energy for black Hills Energy Appears in Plat Review (Sep 2026) and A4CIVIL for A4Civil Represents Goad Springs Farm (Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Lowell's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Lowell has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Lowell buys from, taken from council records. 282 contracts with 162 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Lowell.
Questions about City of Lowell
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Lowell?
City of Lowell currently works with 162 vendors across contract types including UTILITIES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 52 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 Lowell?
Small purchases under AR's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Lowell include City of Lowell — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Lowell — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Lowell — 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 Lowell publish RFPs?
City of Lowell publishes formal RFPs on its official website and AR's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 35 solicitations from City of Lowell. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Public Notices & Legal Advertising. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Lowell?
At City of Lowell, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. 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 52 decision-makers at City of Lowell.
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What does City of Lowell spend the most on?
Based on 702 tracked contracts, City of Lowell spends most on Capital Projects (459), Public Works (95), Public Notices & Legal Advertising (74), Transportation (40), and Environmental Services (34). Contract types include UTILITIES, 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 Lowell's current vendors?
City of Lowell currently works with vendors including BLACK HILLS ENERGY, A4CIVIL, CRAFTON TULL ENGINEERS, SWEPCO, BATES & ASSOCIATES, COX COMMUNICATION, AT&T, MCCLELLAND, and SPRINGDALE WATER UTILITIES. These vendors span contract types like UTILITIES, 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 Lowell working on?
Based on 21 tracked meetings, City of Lowell is actively discussing: City of Lowell — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Lowell — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Lowell — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Planning Commission Reviews Development Projects & Christmas Events, and Zoning Adjustments: Variances for 189 Empire LLC & Providence Academy. 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 Lowell have?
City of Lowell currently has 35 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (459), Public Works (95), and Public Notices & Legal Advertising (74). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, AR's state portal, and other sources.