City of Odessa bids, RFPs and contracts
Odessa, MissouriPop. 5,721 · cityofodessamo.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 22, 2026
- 12 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 67
- 5 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 25
- Contracts
- 2,719
- 617 vendors
The 30-second brief
67 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Odessa's meetings, most in information technology and professional services. The latest, from Oct 22: A public hearing was noticed for a variance request on parcel 14-7.0-35-4-000-006.000 at West Marlow Street in Odessa. Applicant Jakob Erdmann filed the request on behalf of owners Steven R. Bailey and Lisa Bailey. This is a land-use entitlement, not a purchase, but it signals a property-specific development path that may drive site design or construction follow-on work after the November 6, 2026 hearing.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Safety.
Latest awards: Lafayette County Emergency Services Board for odessa Approves Shared Records System Agreement (Oct 2026) and Paypoint Hr LLC for odessa Uses Paypoint HR Compensation Study (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Odessa's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Odessa has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Odessa buys from, taken from council records. 2,719 contracts with 617 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Odessa.
Questions about City of Odessa
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Odessa?
City of Odessa currently works with 617 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, CONSULTING, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 21 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 Odessa?
Small purchases under MO's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Odessa include City of Odessa — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Odessa — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Odessa — 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 Odessa publish RFPs?
City of Odessa publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MO's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 25 solicitations from City of Odessa. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Public Safety. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Odessa?
At City of Odessa, 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 Board of Aldermen, Odessa Police Department, Codes Enforcement / Police Department, Police Department, and Utilities. 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 21 decision-makers at City of Odessa.
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What does City of Odessa spend the most on?
Based on 888 tracked contracts, City of Odessa spends most on Capital Projects (512), Public Works (137), Public Safety (123), Utilities (63), and Professional Services (53). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, CONSULTING, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Odessa's current vendors?
City of Odessa currently works with vendors including LAFAYETTE COUNTY EMERGENCY SERVICES BOARD, PAYPOINT HR LLC, KAT EXCAVATION INC, OPTERRA ENERGY SERVICES, I-49 TRUCK CENTER, GFI DIGITAL, and GASH PLUMBING LLC. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, CONSULTING, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and EQUIPMENT. 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 Odessa working on?
Based on 14 tracked meetings, City of Odessa is actively discussing: City of Odessa — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Odessa — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Odessa — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Odessa Board of Adjustment to Review Signage Variance Request, and Odessa Aldermen Meeting: Bond Redemption, Food Vendor Rules, MOU Approved. 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 Odessa have?
City of Odessa currently has 25 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (512), Public Works (137), and Public Safety (123). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MO's state portal, and other sources.