Contracts & procurement in Arkansas local government
What Arkansas city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about contracts & procurement — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
246 Arkansas meetings since 2024 covered contracts & procurement. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Arkansas with the most contracts & procurement activity
- Bentonville, AR (72)
- Jonesboro, AR (35)
- Rogers, AR (20)
- Fort Smith, AR (18)
- Bella Vista, AR (17)
- Blytheville, AR (16)
- Siloam Springs, AR (15)
- Hot Springs, AR (11)
- Montrose, AR (11)
- Jonesboro Public Schools, AR (9)
- Cabot, AR (6)
- Jacksonville, AR (4)
Latest matching meetings
Board to consider condemning structure at 108 Barrett Street
The Board of Directors will review the 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and consider several term contracts for legal, veterinary, and utility services. The body will also discuss the condemnation of a specific property and various infrastructure grants.
Montrose City Council to appoint interim city manager and consider lease contract
The Montrose City Council will appoint an interim city manager and consider a lease contract with Pitney Bowes. The meeting also includes a presentation on a Parks & Recreation Master Plan and approval of council minutes and bills from June 2026.
Commission will select an underwriter for a proposed bond issue
The Rogers Waterworks and Sewer Commission will consider several items, including selecting an underwriter for a proposed bond issue and waiving competitive bidding for field equipment. It will also review a change order on the Blossom Way sewer project, a metering agreement with the City of Pea Ridge, and a bid for a…
Board to vote on dwellings in commercial zones, library partnership
The Board of Directors will consider an ordinance to permit dwellings in certain commercial zone districts, and discuss a non-binding letter of intent with the Garland County Library for a new main library at 100 Park Avenue. Consent agenda includes airport taxiway rehabilitation ($619,378.50) and a lease for Hangar…
Board to reconsider government change election after previous tie vote
The Board of Directors will consider an ordinance to call a November 3, 2026 special election on changing Fort Smith's government from city-administrator to mayor-council form, after a previous 3-3-1 vote defeated it. The agenda also includes four rezoning requests, authorizations for sewer utility projects, and…
Board approves $303k in consolidation purchases and budget amendment
The River Valley Communications Center Board approved a budget amendment for $400,000 in consolidation funds and authorized the purchase of $303,426.75 in network equipment, radio consoles, and chairs. The board also discussed the status of a new computer-aided dispatch system.
City Council to consider appointment of Interim City Manager
The City Council will hear a presentation on the Parks & Recreation Master Plan. Members will also consider the appointment of Ray Foust as Interim City Manager and the approval of a lease contract with Pitney Bowes.
Blytheville City Council approves wastewater and storm drainage repairs
The City Council adopted ordinances for infrastructure repairs and several resolutions regarding budget and intergovernmental agreements. The body also authorized the Fire Department to recover costs for emergency responses outside city limits.
Utility Board to consider $977,277 sewer model expansion contract amendment
The Bentonville Utility Board will decide on five new business items, including a $450,000 waiver of competitive bidding for three substation transformers, two contract amendments with Raftelis for water/wastewater fee and rate analysis, an ordinance adopting revised water utility specifications, and a $977,277…
Board explores new main library with Garland County
The Board of Directors will consider a non-binding letter of intent to explore a new main library at 100 Park Avenue. They will also vote on contracts for airport taxiway rehabilitation totaling over $718,000, purchase of an ADA paratransit van for $106,647, and professional services for land planning. An ordinance to…
Commission approves FY27 budget with $120 M RPCF capacity project
The Rogers Water and Sewer Commission approved the FY27 budget, highlighting a $120 million RPCF Capacity Improvements project that will require additional long‑term sewer debt. The commission also approved several design and service contracts, including a $1,019,050 design services agreement with WER Architects and a…
City Council to vote on retirement resolution, road projects, and zoning changes
The Bentonville City Council will vote on recognizing retiring Police Chief Aaron Shastid, awarding contracts for a fire truck and animal services vehicle, and approving design work for the NW 3rd Street Sidepath. The meeting also includes public hearings for right-of-way vacations and final plats for Opal Park.
Board to consider rezoning 800 block of Highway 16 from R-2 to R-5
The Board will hold public hearings on two rezoning ordinances and vote on several contracts, including a $247,850 purchase of firefighter protective equipment and park renovation projects. The agenda also includes budget amendments, a grant acceptance for a parks master plan, and a delegation of signature authority…
Board to vote on $5.76M water treatment plant contract
The Board of Directors will consider awarding a $5.76 million contract for the Ouachita Water Treatment Plant Plate Settler Project. They will also hold a public hearing on vacating a portion of Virginia Drive, and consider ordinances for a new development plan at Leonard Street and amending park and recreation codes…
City Council to consider appointing interim city manager
The City Council will hear a presentation on the Parks & Recreation Master Plan and consider the appointment of an interim city manager. The body will also review a lease contract with Pitney Bowes.
Paragould City Council to consider vehicle financing and property nuisances
The City Council will discuss financing for Public Works vehicles and two hangar lease agreements. The body is also considering the condemnation of two specific properties and the attachment of liens to collect owed monies.
Council to reallocate $72,400 in the 2026 budget for delayed 2025 capital projects
The Bella Vista City Council will vote on a resolution to amend the 2026 budget by $72,400 to fund delayed 2025 capital projects. The council will also consider a lease contract with Stronghold Data, LLC for up to $62,045.13 over three years to provide Dell computers and related equipment. Several ordinances will be…
Utility Board to vote on $602,604 Shewmaker Phase 1 contract amendment
The Bentonville Utility Board will hear an informational update on the 48-inch transmission main repairs and water service line replacements. The board will consider two resolutions: a $602,604 amendment with Garver Engineering for engineering administration services for the Shewmaker Basin Interceptor Improvements…
Board considers special election to switch to mayor-council government
The Fort Smith Board of Directors will vote on two ordinances to present a petition to the Mayor calling for a special election to change the city's form of government from city-administrator to mayor-council, with proposed election dates of November 3, 2026 and November 9, 2027. The board will also consider several…
Board to vote on $6.25M emergency sewer repair contract
The Board will consider approving a $6.25M emergency contract for headworks repairs at the wastewater treatment plant, along with a $419K consulting contract and a $180K IT migration contract. They will also hold a second reading of an ordinance amending city code titles.
Commission to consider bids and award contract for hangar and apron construction
The Rogers Airport Commission will consider bids and authorize a construction contract for the AIG 47 Hangar and Apron project. They will also authorize staff to negotiate a construction phase services agreement with Garver, LLC and submit grant applications to the FAA and Arkansas Department of Aeronautics. Routine…
Council to vote on $7.5M Rainbow Curve road improvements
This combined meeting begins with a Committee of the Whole for discussion only, then moves to City Council for official votes. Council will consider numerous items including a $7.5 million road contract, public safety equipment purchases, park project changes, and a city council vacancy.
Finance Committee considers $6 million purchase for substation transformers
The Finance Committee is reviewing three ordinances to waive competitive bidding for emergency and infrastructure needs. These include equipment for public safety, bridge repairs, and electrical transformers.
Council to award $489K asphalt overlay contract
The City Council will consider awarding a $489,031.35 contract to CK Asphalt for the 2026 Asphalt Overlay Program covering 2.14 miles of streets. Other actions include waiving competitive bidding for heart monitors, rezoning a parcel on Toneyville Road from C-3 to R-8, discussing the Master Street Plan update…
Utility Board to consider waiving bidding for $6M substation transformers
The Bentonville Utility Board will decide on two items: an ordinance to waive competitive bidding and purchase two substation transformers from Prolec-GE for $6,044,984.73 for a new substation serving the Bentonville Health Care Campus, requiring a budget adjustment; and a resolution to award a construction bid for…
Board to decide on Cloudview Estates appeal and fire department funding
The Siloam Springs Board of Directors will hear an appeal of the Planning Commission's denial of the Cloudview Estates preliminary plat. They will also consider budget amendments for fire department PPE ($250,000) and gas monitors ($19,000), a contract with Benton County for Oak Crest Road, and several ordinances…
Swim club lane usage and contract debated
The Public Services Council Committee is holding a special called meeting to discuss swim club lane usage and a new contract. The only item on the agenda is COM-26:029, which involves debate on these issues.
Council to vote on water rates and three rezoning proposals
The Cabot City Council will hold third readings on several ordinances, including a water rate and fee schedule change and three rezoning requests. The council will consider resolutions to award contracts for a wave pool at the Aquatic Park, a multi-use trail, and a culvert replacement. Additionally, the council will…
Council to vote on contracts for wave pool and trail projects
The City Council will discuss and vote on multiple resolutions authorizing contracts for major projects, including a wave pool at Cabot Aquatic Park and the Lonoke County Multi-Use Trail. They will also consider an ordinance reappointing a member to the Planning Commission and one allowing a city official to do…
Council to rescind roof repair bid awards, authorize rebid
The Malvern City Council will consider rescinding bid awards for roof repairs at the Community/Senior Adult Center and the Boys & Girls Club that were approved on April 13, 2026, and authorize a new bidding process.
Finance Committee to consider Flock contract correction and $16,450 maintenance budget adjustment
The Blytheville Finance Committee will discuss a budget adjustment of $16,450 for repair and maintenance, a corrected contract for Flock (likely automated license plate readers), and a related budget adjustment for Flock. These items are under new business and are proposals for discussion, not final decisions.
Council to consider bonds for Forgeview Solar Project
The Blytheville City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on authorizing industrial development revenue bonds for the Forgeview Solar Energy Project. Other business includes amending ordinances for a highway contract, Flock Safety equipment, and the personnel handbook, as well as resolutions on a municipal…
Utility Board considers sewer improvements and equipment purchases
The Utility Board will review several bids for infrastructure projects, including a large manhole rehabilitation program. The agenda also includes requests to waive competitive bidding for copper wire and a compost grinder.
Board to vote on $6.25M emergency wastewater repairs, park fee hikes
The Board will consider a $6.25 million emergency contract for headworks repairs at the wastewater treatment plant, a lease agreement with the school district for dark fiber cable, and a $196,615 purchase of a transfer truck. They will also hold second readings of ordinances to increase park rental and cemetery fees…
Board to vote on $6.25M wastewater plant emergency repairs contract
The Board will consider a $6.25 million contract for emergency headworks repairs at the wastewater treatment plant. They will also hold final readings on increasing park and cemetery fees and rezoning a property. Other actions include approving a dark fiber lease with the school district and purchasing a transfer…
Council to vote on asphalt milling contract and multiple rezoning changes
The City Council will consider consent agenda items including a contract for asphalt milling and overlays on selected city streets, a sidewalk and lane reconfiguration on Hwy 91, a TAP grant application, and a $5,826.87 lien on a property at 505 W. Woodrow. New business includes first-readings of rezoning at 5925 E…
Council to vote on 8 downtown high-density rezonings and police storage purchase
This combined meeting starts with a Committee of the Whole for information sharing, then moves to City Council for votes. The Council will consider eight rezoning requests to change properties from low-density single-family to downtown high-density residential, all recommended by the Planning Commission. Other action…
Board to renew non-ambulatory transportation franchise
The Fort Smith Board of Directors will consider renewing a non-exclusive franchise for Non-Ambulatory Transportation Service, Inc. for five years. The meeting will also include budget adjustments, engineering contracts, and public service agreements.
Board to consider rezonings, ambulance purchase, and housing incentive program
The Board will hold a workshop on the Housing Incentive Program at 5:30 PM before the regular meeting. At the meeting, they will consider first readings of two rezoning ordinances, approve a $337,690 ambulance purchase, a $175,925 manhole rehabilitation contract, and a $64,000 waiver of competitive bidding for…
Board to consider zoning changes, nuisance condemnation, and $572K in purchases
The Board of Directors will vote on a consent agenda including contracts for a pole barn ($98,800), dumpsters, a recycling truck ($261,872), HVAC work, and appointments to city boards. New business includes condemning a structure at 115 Magnolia Street as a nuisance and three zoning map amendments for properties on…