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City of Texarkana bids, RFPs and contracts

City of Texarkana logoTexarkana, Texas
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 12, 2026
25 days ago
Pre-RFPs
30
2 in the last 30 days
Bids and RFPs
46
Contracts
300
130 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

30 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Texarkana's meetings, most in capital projects and administration & finance. The latest, from Oct 12: At its October 12, 2026 meeting, the council approved various technology purchases and consulting services from Tier4 Technologies. The authorization covered up to $495,885 and included endpoint security, Microsoft licenses, cyber consulting, storage, switching, and infrastructure items through TIPS and Texas Department of Information Resources contracts. The city noted Tier4 already provides these services, so this is a strong incumbent follow-on and implementation signal for licensing, security, and infrastructure refresh work.

Where the money goes

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

How they buy

Latest awards: Tier4 Technologies for texarkana Approves $494,885 Tier4 Technology Purchases (Not to exceed $494,885, Oct 2026) and Francis Excavating LLC for airport Demolition Bid Awarded to Francis Excavating ($60,000, Oct 2026).

30 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 12

2 new pre-RFPs at City of Texarkana this month. Get the ones that fit you, free.

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Texarkana's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Recent bids and RFPs

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

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Texarkana buys from, taken from council records. 300 contracts with 130 vendors.

Who decides

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

Questions about City of Texarkana

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

City of Texarkana currently works with 130 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 113 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 Texarkana?

Small purchases under TX's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (694), Grants (82), and Public Works (23), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 Texarkana publish RFPs?

City of Texarkana publishes formal RFPs on its official website and TX's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 46 solicitations from City of Texarkana. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Texarkana?

At City of Texarkana, 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 Texarkana, Texas Municipal Court, Public Works, and Police. 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 113 decision-makers at City of Texarkana.

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What does City of Texarkana spend the most on?

Based on 821 tracked contracts, City of Texarkana spends most on Capital Projects (694), Grants (82), Public Works (23), Environmental Services (13), and Administration & Finance (9). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of Texarkana's current vendors?

City of Texarkana currently works with vendors including TIER4 TECHNOLOGIES, FRANCIS EXCAVATING LLC, JSG HOMES LLC, FORVIS MAZARS LLP, and WASTE MANAGEMENT OF TEXAS INC. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and MAINTENANCE. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.

How many active solicitations does City of Texarkana have?

City of Texarkana currently has 46 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (694), Grants (82), and Public Works (23). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, TX's state portal, and other sources.

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