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City of Montrose bids, RFPs and contracts

Arkansas
Latest contract
Jun 5, 2025
17 months ago
Bids and RFPs
4
None open now
Contracts
281
181 vendors
Decision makers
23

The 30-second brief

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.

How they buy

Latest awards: Taylor & Morgan for taylor & Morgan agreement being considered (Jun 2025) and Joe Karlichek for joe Karlichek hired as interim city manager (May 2025).

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Recent bids and RFPs

Solicitations City of Montrose has posted. None are open right now.

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Montrose buys from, taken from council records. 281 contracts with 181 vendors.

TAYLOR & MORGANTaylor & Morgan agreement being considered · Jun 5Undisclosed
JOE KARLICHEKJoe Karlichek hired as interim city manager · May 27Undisclosed
RAMBYRamby, LLC awarded $2.3M construction contract for redevelopment · May 13$2,300,000
SLC METERSSLC METERS offer Council Equipment Upgrade Quote · Apr 22$23,535.69
SPICER ENGINEERINGSpicer Engineering Compiling Costs for Hickory Street Project · Apr 22Up to $250,000.00

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Montrose.

Questions about City of Montrose

How do I become an approved vendor for City of Montrose?

City of Montrose currently works with 181 vendors across contract types including Service, Construction, Equipment Upgrade, Engineering Services, and Legal Services. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 23 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 Montrose?

Small purchases under AR's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Montrose include Montrose Council Approves Sewer Loan, Main St. Work, Weirather to Library, Montrose Council Approves WWTP Funding, Software Upgrade, Bond Counsel, and Montrose Council Approves LL Pelling Proposal & Bridge Grant Application, 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 Montrose publish RFPs?

City of Montrose publishes formal RFPs on its official website and AR's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 4 solicitations from City of Montrose. 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 Montrose?

At City of Montrose, 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 Municipal Court, Police, Public Works, Utilities, and Engineering. 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 23 decision-makers at City of Montrose.

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What does City of Montrose spend the most on?

Based on 304 tracked contracts, City of Montrose spends most on Capital Projects (148), Public Works (67), Grants (47), Environmental Services (24), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (18). Contract types include Service, Construction, Equipment Upgrade, Engineering Services, and Legal Services. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of Montrose's current vendors?

City of Montrose currently works with vendors including TAYLOR & MORGAN, JOE KARLICHEK, RAMBY, SLC METERS, SPICER ENGINEERING, FOSTER & SWIFT, THUMB AUDIO, and REHMAN GROUP. These vendors span contract types like Service, Construction, Equipment Upgrade, Engineering Services, and Legal 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 Montrose working on?

Based on 4 tracked meetings, City of Montrose is actively discussing: Montrose Council Approves Sewer Loan, Main St. Work, Weirather to Library, Montrose Council Approves WWTP Funding, Software Upgrade, Bond Counsel, Montrose Council Approves LL Pelling Proposal & Bridge Grant Application, and Montrose City Council Considers Professional Services Agreement with Taylor & Morgan. 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 Montrose have?

City of Montrose currently has 4 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (148), Public Works (67), and Grants (47). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, AR's state portal, and other sources.

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