Question 1

How do I find government contracts in Orleans Parish, Louisiana?

Accepted Answer

There are 18 tracked government projects across 14 agencies in Orleans Parish, Louisiana. The most active procurement sectors are Capital Projects (1,722), Grants (323), Transportation (234), Public Works (190), and Environmental Services (172). In the last 90 days alone, 7 agencies posted 361 new projects. Browse active RFPs, pre-RFP signals from board meetings, vendor contracts, and decision-maker contacts — all in one place.

Question 2

What types of agencies issue RFPs in Orleans Parish?

Accepted Answer

Orleans Parish has 14 government agencies spanning 8 types: Higher Ed, Special District, MPO, Airport Authority, County, Local Housing Authority, Public Hospital, and School. Each agency issues its own RFPs and manages its own vendor relationships. The most active agencies by project volume are Orleans Parish School District (School, 2,118 projects), Regional Transit Authority (Special District, 537 projects), City of New Orleans Mosquito, Termite and Rodent Control Board (Special District, 282 projects).

Question 3

How do I bid on Orleans Parish government projects?

Accepted Answer

To bid on government projects in Orleans Parish, Louisiana, start by registering as a vendor with the specific agency. Most agencies in LA publish formal RFPs on their websites and the state procurement portal. Right now, Orleans Parish has 307 pre-RFP signals — projects that haven't been formally bid yet. The key advantage is getting in early — buying signals from board meetings can surface 6–18 months before RFPs go live, giving you time to build relationships while projects are still being scoped.

Question 4

What sectors are most active in Orleans Parish?

Accepted Answer

Based on tracked procurement activity, the most active sectors in Orleans Parish are Capital Projects (1,722), Grants (323), Transportation (234), Public Works (190), and Environmental Services (172). Across all sectors, Orleans Parish has 2,061 contract awards and 70 active opportunities on record. Detailed breakdowns by sector, agency, and contract value help you target the highest-value opportunities and understand competitive dynamics.

Question 5

Who are the key decision-makers in Orleans Parish?

Accepted Answer

Procurement decisions in Orleans Parish are made by individual agency leaders — university procurement directors, district managers, county administrators, and housing authority directors, and department heads. Each of the 14 agencies has its own purchasing authority and approval process. Verified contact details for decision-makers across Orleans Parish agencies help you reach the right person at the right time.

Question 6

Which agencies are most active in Orleans Parish?

Accepted Answer

The most active government buyers in Orleans Parish by procurement volume are: Orleans Parish School District (School) — 2,118 tracked projects; Regional Transit Authority (Special District) — 537 tracked projects; City of New Orleans Mosquito, Termite and Rodent Control Board (Special District) — 282 tracked projects; Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans (Special District) — 254 tracked projects; Delgado Community College (Higher Ed) — 173 tracked projects. These agencies represent the highest concentration of contract awards, RFPs, and pre-RFP signals in the county. Every project from each of these agencies — including board meeting discussions, budget approvals, and vendor selections — is tracked, so you can engage early and build relationships before competitors.

Question 7

What is Orleans Parish's procurement pipeline?

Accepted Answer

Orleans Parish's current procurement pipeline includes: 307 pre-RFP signals (early-stage projects from board meetings); 70 active opportunities open for bidding; 25 projects in budget planning; 744 grant-funded initiatives; 2,061 contract awards (competitive intelligence). Pre-RFP signals are especially valuable — they surface 6–18 months before formal solicitations, giving you time to position with agency decision-makers. Board meetings, budget hearings, and planning sessions across all 14 agencies in Orleans Parish are monitored to catch these signals as they emerge.

Question 8

How active is procurement in Orleans Parish right now?

Accepted Answer

Orleans Parish is actively procuring — 7 of the county's 14 agencies have posted 361 new projects in the last 90 days. The most active sectors recently are Capital Projects (1,722), Grants (323), and Transportation (234). This level of activity means new opportunities surface regularly. Real-time alerts ensure you never miss a window — whether it's a pre-RFP discussion at a school board meeting or a formal solicitation from the county government.

Orleans Parish Government Contracts, RFPs & Bids

Government Projects in Orleans Parish

Renewal of multiple insurance coverages for RTA including overhead catenary system (OCS) inland marine, property, public entity and employment practices liability, crime, flood, and parametric hurricane/named storm coverage for the 6/1/2026–6/1/2027 policy period.

On-call contract for architectural and engineering design services to support multiple airport capital projects and facility modifications at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport.

Multi-year contract 2025-SWB-18 for provision of skilled and unskilled labor to support preventative, routine, and emergency maintenance of sewer, water, and drainage infrastructure and facilities across Orleans Parish.

Comprehensive sewer rehabilitation in Carrollton Basin No. 13, including mainline CIPP lining, point repairs, manhole work, extensive roadway restoration, and construction of a new 36‑inch sewer and abandonment of existing 33‑inch sewer along Erato Street.

Supply of liquid ferric sulfate coagulant to the Algiers and Carrollton drinking water treatment plants for potable water treatment operations.

Rehabilitation of sanitary sewers in Carrollton Basin No. 14 through cleaning, CCTV, CIPP lining, point repairs, lateral replacements, manhole rehab, water main repairs, and full‑depth pavement and curb restoration, plus limited drainage and fire hydrant work.

Expanded sewer rehabilitation in Carrollton Basin No. 20, including additional sewer and drainage repairs, lead line replacements, SPS 14 pump operation, water main repairs, new fire hydrants, siphon bypass, ductbank removal, and large-diameter (30") sewer installation.

Amendment No. 1 to increase annual funding and scope for leak detection and fire flow testing services on water mains and hydrants throughout Orleans Parish to support system integrity, pressure validation, and main break troubleshooting.

Software as a Service agreement for an interactive facilities map solution to provide digital wayfinding and mapping of airport facilities, likely integrated with passenger information systems and web/mobile platforms.

Purchase of a hydraulic crane boom truck for the Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans, as solicited under 2026-SWB-08, with bids received and under evaluation.

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