Little Rock Port Authority bids, RFPs and contracts
Little Rock, Arkansasportoflittlerock.com- Latest contract
- May 20, 2026
- 6 months ago
- Bids and RFPs
- 25
- Contracts
- 27
- 26 vendors
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Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Equipment and Grants.
Latest awards: Olsson Engineers for port Board to Consider Olsson Engineers Design Contract (May 2026) and Track Works for track Works Maintenance Contract for LRPA Railroad ($357,390.11, May 2026).
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Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Little Rock Port Authority has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Little Rock Port Authority buys from, taken from council records. 27 contracts with 26 vendors.
Questions about Little Rock Port Authority
How do I become an approved vendor for Little Rock Port Authority?
Little Rock Port Authority currently works with 26 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, LEGAL, CONSTRUCTION, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with Little Rock Port Authority?
Small purchases under AR's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (9), Equipment (3), and Grants (3), 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 Little Rock Port Authority publish RFPs?
Little Rock Port Authority publishes formal RFPs on its official website and AR's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 25 solicitations from Little Rock Port Authority. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Equipment, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Little Rock Port Authority?
At Little Rock Port Authority, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call.
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What does Little Rock Port Authority spend the most on?
Based on 20 tracked contracts, Little Rock Port Authority spends most on Capital Projects (9), Equipment (3), Grants (3), Transportation (3), and Administration & Finance (2). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, LEGAL, CONSTRUCTION, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Little Rock Port Authority's current vendors?
Little Rock Port Authority currently works with vendors including OLSSON ENGINEERS, TRACK WORKS, FRIDAY LAW FIRM, MIDSOUTH RAILROAD SERVICE COMPANY, GATX LOCOMOTIVE GROUP, ROBINSON, JOHNNY L & PEGGY A, B&P ENTERPRISES, LANDERS CHRYSLER KIA, LAND TRUST OF ARKANSAS, and MCGEORGE CONTRACTING COMPANY. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, LEGAL, CONSTRUCTION, and EQUIPMENT. 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 Little Rock Port Authority have?
Little Rock Port Authority currently has 25 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (9), Equipment (3), and Grants (3). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, AR's state portal, and other sources.