City of Opelousas bids, RFPs and contracts
Opelousas, LouisianaPop. 15,098 · cityofopelousas.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 21 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 11
- 3 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 12
- Contracts
- 322
- 174 vendors
The 30-second brief
11 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Opelousas's meetings, most in recreation & community services and grants. The latest, from Oct 13: City to Sell Surplus Commercial Property.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Safety.
Latest awards: Authorlee, Harold James for opelousas Considers Demolition of Authorlee Property (Oct 2026) and St. Landry Parish Waste Solid Waste for opelousas Considers Donated Waste Equipment Acceptance (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Opelousas's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Opelousas has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Opelousas buys from, taken from council records. 322 contracts with 174 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Opelousas.
Questions about City of Opelousas
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Opelousas?
City of Opelousas currently works with 174 vendors across contract types including OTHER, EQUIPMENT, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 47 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 Opelousas?
Small purchases under LA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Opelousas include City of Opelousas — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Opelousas — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Opelousas City Council Approves Contracts, Aid, & Personnel Actions, 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 Opelousas publish RFPs?
City of Opelousas publishes formal RFPs on its official website and LA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 12 solicitations from City of Opelousas. 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 Opelousas?
At City of Opelousas, 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, Planning, City Council, and Finance. 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 47 decision-makers at City of Opelousas.
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What does City of Opelousas spend the most on?
Based on 406 tracked contracts, City of Opelousas spends most on Capital Projects (187), Public Works (95), Public Safety (47), Utilities (39), and Grants (38). Contract types include OTHER, EQUIPMENT, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Opelousas's current vendors?
City of Opelousas currently works with vendors including AUTHORLEE, HAROLD JAMES, ST. LANDRY PARISH WASTE SOLID WASTE, NORTHRIDGE SPORTS ASSOCIATION LLC, RAMER, LISA ANN COLLA, HIRSCH, HAAS, HEBERT, CHARLES III, DURABLE PILING RESTORATION LLC, BIHM CONSTRUCTION COMPANY INC, and LANDKOR ENTERPRISES INC. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, EQUIPMENT, and CONSTRUCTION. 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 Opelousas working on?
Based on 9 tracked meetings, City of Opelousas is actively discussing: City of Opelousas — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Opelousas — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Opelousas City Council Approves Contracts, Aid, & Personnel Actions, Opelousas Seeks Bids for I-49 N Service Rd. Waterline Extension Project, and Opelousas City Council to Review Budget, Personnel & Demolition Plans. 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 Opelousas have?
City of Opelousas currently has 12 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (187), Public Works (95), and Public Safety (47). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, LA's state portal, and other sources.