City of Ocean Springs bids, RFPs and contracts
Ocean Springs, MississippiPop. 18,993 · oceansprings-ms.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 21, 2026
- 13 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 183
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 66
- Contracts
- 3,560
- 1,462 vendors
The 30-second brief
183 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Ocean Springs's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and parks & recreation. The latest, from Oct 21: Tree planting and installation ceremony at Freedom Field and the children's park.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Overstreet & Associates PLLC for ocean Springs Schedules $150,000 GIS Services Agreement ($150,000, consisting of $65,000 in lump-sum basic services and data collection services not to exceed $85,000, Oct 2026) and Meritage Homes for ocean Springs Board to Ratify Meritage Homes Settlement (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Ocean Springs's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Ocean Springs has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Ocean Springs buys from, taken from council records. 3,560 contracts with 1,462 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Ocean Springs.
Questions about City of Ocean Springs
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Ocean Springs?
City of Ocean Springs currently works with 1,462 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 55 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 Ocean Springs?
Small purchases under MS's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Ocean Springs include City of Ocean Springs — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Ocean Springs — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Ocean Springs — 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 Ocean Springs publish RFPs?
City of Ocean Springs publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MS's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 66 solicitations from City of Ocean Springs. 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 Ocean Springs?
At City of Ocean Springs, 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 Public Works, Water, Human Resources, Mayor's Office, and Building & Inspections. 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 55 decision-makers at City of Ocean Springs.
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What does City of Ocean Springs spend the most on?
Based on 5,067 tracked contracts, City of Ocean Springs spends most on Capital Projects (2,653), Public Works (1,469), Grants (381), Public Safety (302), and Recreation & Community Services (262). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Ocean Springs's current vendors?
City of Ocean Springs currently works with vendors including OVERSTREET & ASSOCIATES PLLC, MERITAGE HOMES, MISSISSIPPI SONGWRITERS ALLIANCE, HARRIS HOMES LLC, NEUMA, LEBATARD ARCHITECTURE LLC, BEACH LUMBER, BW ARTISAN HOMES LLC, and IWORQ SYSTEMS. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, and SUPPLIES. 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 Ocean Springs working on?
Based on 29 tracked meetings, City of Ocean Springs is actively discussing: City of Ocean Springs — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Ocean Springs — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Ocean Springs — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Ocean Springs Board Considers STRs, Logo Update, & Infrastructure Plans, and Ocean Springs Board Considers Chamber Funding, Solicitation Act & Security. 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 Ocean Springs have?
City of Ocean Springs currently has 66 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,653), Public Works (1,469), and Grants (381). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MS's state portal, and other sources.