Jefferson Parish

Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Jefferson Parish.

Buyer type:: County
Location:: Gretna, LA
Country:: US

Jefferson Parish RFPs

Active opportunities open for bidding

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS BID EVENT NO. 59
Open
Jul 29, 2026
Closes
Sep 3, 2026
This RFP is for the construction and development of Crochet Park, which includes seating areas, a nature-based play structure, a covered picnic pavilion, site furnishings, trees, and solar-powered lighting.
PRE-PLACED EMERGENCY CONTRACT FOR THREE (3) YEARS FOR OXYGEN CYLINDERS AND SUPPLIES FOR JEFFERSON PARISH DURING A DECLARED EMERGENCY RFP
Open
Jul 29, 2026
Closes
Aug 13, 2026
Jefferson Parish Purchasing Department is seeking bids for a three-year pre-placed emergency contract to supply oxygen cylinders and related supplies during a declared emergency. Bids must be submitted electronically through Jefferson Parish’s supplier portal by August 13, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. local time, with a public opening at 2:30 p.m. This is an Invitation for Bid for a commodity procurement, not a grant program, and the notice identifies the posting date as July 29, 2026.
One (1) Year Labor Only Contract To Troubleshoot, Repair, Install, and Calibrate Commercial Kitchen Equipment RFP
Open
Jul 30, 2026
Closes
Aug 25, 2026
One (1) Year Labor Only Contract To Troubleshoot, Repair, Install, and Calibrate Commercial Kitchen Equipment.

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Buyer Attributes

Key metrics and characteristics

Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
166004
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
3,064
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
431,398
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
68 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
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Startup Friendliness
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How to Sell to Jefferson Parish

Procurement guidance and navigation tips.

Procurement Hell Score
Lower scores indicate easier procurement. Created by Starbridge.
68 / 100
EasyLower is betterHellish
Quick Decision Flow
- Sole Source: If sale is less than $60,000, use sole source.
- Coops: Jefferson Parish has used cooperative purchasing to accelerate buys and avoid full public bids and local preference policies. Frequently procures through Louisiana Statewide Contracts (LA eCat), Louisiana Pricing Schedules (LaPS), Louisiana Cooperative Purchasing Commission (LACPC), and LaMATS Purchasing Services (LPS); you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.
Sole Source
- Entity: Jefferson Parish, LA
- When it fits: Proprietary technology, essential OEM parts/repairs, or specialized services addressing parish operational gaps (e.g., personnel shortages).
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.
Cooperatives
- Jefferson Parish has used cooperative purchasing to accelerate buys and avoid full public bids and local preference policies. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to gain access to the recommended path.
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Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.

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Early Buyer Signals

Board meetings and strategic plans from Jefferson Parish

Jefferson Parish Children and Youth Planning Board Meeting Summary
Date: May 26, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board received presentations regarding the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force and services provided by the New Orleans Mission for victims of abuse and homelessness. Various stakeholders, including the District Attorney's Office, DCFS, Juvenile Services, TASC, and JPHSA, provided reports on staffing updates, program status, and caseload statistics. Master plan committees discussed initiatives such as a hydration drive, interagency coordination, and the consolidation of the Mental Health Task Force. The Youth Advisory Board highlighted ongoing partnerships and community engagement efforts.
Board of Zoning Adjustment Minutes
Date: Jun 29, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Board conducted a public hearing regarding multiple variance requests for residential and commercial properties. Decisions included the approval of variances for an accessory building's square footage, a residence addition side yard setback, an accessory building's lot line setbacks, and the construction of a school gymnasium subject to fencing stipulations. A variance request for a front yard fence was denied. Additionally, the Board deferred several other variance applications for property improvements to a future meeting date.
Board of Zoning Adjustment Public Hearing
Date: Jun 15, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Board of Zoning Adjustment heard several cases regarding zoning variances. This included a request for a fence setback variance at 4408 Janice Avenue, a parking setback variance at 600 Aurora Avenue, and requests for side and rear yard setback variances for a/c units, a generator, and pool equipment at 122 Mulberry Drive. All three cases resulted in motions to defer the requested variances.