Frontier MPO bids, RFPs and contracts
Fort Smith, Arkansaswapdd.org/frontier-mpo- Latest contract
- May 22, 2025
- 17 months ago
- Contracts
- 75
- 30 vendors
- Decision makers
- 1
The 30-second brief
Transportation leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Capital Projects and Grants.
Latest awards: USDOT for USDOT to provide $50K consulting for communities program ($50,000, May 2025) and ARDOT for arDOT benefits from UAFS transit research project (May 2025).
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Vendors and contracts
Who Frontier MPO buys from, taken from council records. 75 contracts with 30 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Frontier MPO.
Questions about Frontier MPO
How do I become an approved vendor for Frontier MPO?
Frontier MPO currently works with 30 vendors across contract types including Consulting, Research, Consultant Services, Grant, and Technical Assistance. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 1 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 Frontier MPO?
Small purchases under AR's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Frontier MPO include Frontier MPO Meeting: Transportation Projects, Funding, and Planning, 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 Frontier MPO publish RFPs?
Frontier MPO publishes formal RFPs on its official website and AR's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Frontier MPO?
At Frontier MPO, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include Frontier Metropolitan Planning Organization (FMPO). 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 1 decision-makers at Frontier MPO.
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What does Frontier MPO spend the most on?
Based on 159 tracked contracts, Frontier MPO spends most on Transportation (88), Capital Projects (42), Grants (22), Public Safety (4), and Public Works (3). Contract types include Consulting, Research, Consultant Services, Grant, and Technical Assistance. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Frontier MPO's current vendors?
Frontier MPO currently works with vendors including USDOT, ARDOT, FRANCIS ENERGY, UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS FORT SMITH, CITY OF FORT SMITH, CONSULTANT FOR WAIA & FIVE RIVERS DISTRIBUTION MARAD GRANT, VELOCITY, and UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS FAYETTEVILLE. These vendors span contract types like Consulting, Research, Consultant Services, Grant, and Technical Assistance. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Frontier MPO working on?
Based on 1 tracked meeting, Frontier MPO is actively discussing: Frontier MPO Meeting: Transportation Projects, Funding, and Planning. 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.