Ouachita Parish bids, RFPs and contracts
Monroe, LouisianaPop. 158,542 · oppj.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 19, 2026
- 15 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 38
- 8 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 9+
- Next due Nov 17
- Contracts
- 1,462
- 840 vendors
The 30-second brief
38 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Ouachita Parish's meetings, most in utilities and information technology. The latest, from Oct 19: Parish Planning Road Striping and Chip Sealing Work.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
9+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 17. Latest awards: Amethyst Construction Inc ($1,289,572.30, Oct 2026) and Land 3 Architect for police Jury Considers Land 3 Architect Dorm Contract (Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Ouachita Parish's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Ouachita Parish is accepting responses to now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Ouachita Parish buys from, taken from council records. 1,462 contracts with 840 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Ouachita Parish.
Questions about Ouachita Parish
How do I become an approved vendor for Ouachita Parish?
Ouachita Parish currently works with 840 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 33 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 Ouachita Parish?
Small purchases under LA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Ouachita Parish include Ouachita Parish — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Ouachita Parish — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Ouachita Parish — 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 Ouachita Parish publish RFPs?
Ouachita Parish publishes formal RFPs on its official website and LA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 96 solicitations from Ouachita Parish. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Ouachita Parish?
At Ouachita Parish, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. 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 33 decision-makers at Ouachita Parish.
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What does Ouachita Parish spend the most on?
Based on 959 tracked contracts, Ouachita Parish spends most on Capital Projects (525), Public Works (176), Grants (144), Administration & Finance (60), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (54). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Ouachita Parish's current vendors?
Ouachita Parish currently works with vendors including AMETHYST CONSTRUCTION INC, LAND 3 ARCHITECT, A & W DISTRIBUTION LLC, CREXENDO, MCKESSON, R.E. BENTZ INC, BOSLEY INVESTMENTS INC, LEE, BREANNA, MARTIN, PAULETTE, and WIOA. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, and SUPPLIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Ouachita Parish working on?
Based on 13 tracked meetings, Ouachita Parish is actively discussing: Ouachita Parish — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Ouachita Parish — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Ouachita Parish — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Ouachita Parish Police Jury Meeting: Road Lighting Tax & Animal Shelter, and Ouachita Parish Police Jury Meeting: Infrastructure, Property, Business. 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 Ouachita Parish have?
Ouachita Parish currently has 96 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (525), Public Works (176), and Grants (144). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, LA's state portal, and other sources.