City of Mena bids, RFPs and contracts
Mena, ArkansasPop. 5,607 · cityofmena.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 8, 2026
- 2 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 14
- Bids and RFPs
- 10
- None open now
- Contracts
- 24
- 15 vendors
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14 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Mena's meetings, most in capital projects and public health. The latest, from Sep 8: Airport Commission to Extend Line of Credit.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Services.
Latest awards: Mena Animal Shelter for council to Review Animal Shelter Renovation Bids (Sep 2026) and Local Bank for airport Commission Seeks Line of Credit Extension (Sep 2026).
14 pre-RFPs tracked at City of Mena. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Mena's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Mena has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Mena buys from, taken from council records. 24 contracts with 15 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Mena.
Questions about City of Mena
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Mena?
City of Mena currently works with 15 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and CONSULTING. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 1 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 Mena?
Small purchases under AR's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Mena include City of Mena — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Mena — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Mena — 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 Mena publish RFPs?
City of Mena publishes formal RFPs on its official website and AR's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 10 solicitations from City of Mena. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Public Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Mena?
At City of Mena, 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 1 decision-makers at City of Mena.
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What does City of Mena spend the most on?
Based on 108 tracked contracts, City of Mena spends most on Capital Projects (85), Public Works (10), Public Services (6), Administration & Finance (4), and Environmental Services (3). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and CONSULTING. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Mena's current vendors?
City of Mena currently works with vendors including MENA ANIMAL SHELTER, LOCAL BANK, FARRILL, CRAIG DBA COMMUNITY INVESTMENTS LLC, LEA, BILLY & DAWN DBA MONARK INVESTMENTS LLC, CRAIG, STANLEY, WOLF, MICHAEL B. AND JACQUELINE TOBIN, and SMARTCITIES CONSULTING LLC. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and CONSULTING. 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 Mena working on?
Based on 3 tracked meetings, City of Mena is actively discussing: City of Mena — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Mena — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Mena — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026). 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 Mena have?
City of Mena currently has 10 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (85), Public Works (10), and Public Services (6). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, AR's state portal, and other sources.