Find Parks & Recreation RFPs in Louisiana

40 active opportunities· Updated daily

11+ agencies4 set-aside7 with posted budget

Active parks & recreation opportunities in Louisiana right now come from agencies including Louisiana Associated General Contractors, State of Louisiana and VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF, among others. The nearest deadline is September 5, 2026. New solicitations are added daily. Sign up to get the ones matched to your business scored and delivered automatically.

How do I find parks & recreation bids in Louisiana?

Louisiana parks & recreation solicitations are spread across 11+ different buyer sites: state procurement portals, city and county purchasing pages, school districts, and cooperative networks, each posting on its own schedule. You can check every source by hand, or use a bid discovery tool. BidSparq monitors 23,000+ federal, state, local, education, and healthcare sources daily, including the Louisiana sources behind this page, scores each new solicitation 0 to 100 against your company profile, and alerts you only when a parks & recreation bid is worth your time. The 40 opportunities on this page refresh daily. For the full method, read how to find government RFPs and price the work against the free GSA labor rate lookup.

TitleAgencyDue DateSet-AsideEst. Value
Sports Wheel ChairsVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF2026-09-05SDVOSBC-
#260442 Demolition at 420 Wagon Trail Rd.Louisiana Associated General Contractors2026-09-07--
Mobile Vehicle Barrier Trailer KitCity of Thibodaux2026-09-08-$300K
Contract No. 3 - Water Distribution System Improvements (LEMOINE'S TRAILER PARK…Forte & Tablada - Central Bidding Plan Room2026-09-09NONE$1.8M
Tag Along Trailers - DOTD Original: 3000026619 Attachments: Attachment A - Spec…State of Louisiana2026-09-09--
Tag Along Trailers - DOTD (3000026619)Louisiana Associated General Contractors2026-09-09--
H.016203 England Airpark Roadway ImprovementsLouisiana Associated General Contractors2026-09-09--
Tree removal - Fullerton Lake Recreation Area - Calcasieu RDAGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF2026-09-11SBA$180K
Purchase of Baseballs and Softballs for the Jefferson Parish Department of Recr…State of Louisiana2026-09-15--
Goosport Recreation Splash Pad CP 3537Louisiana Associated General Contractors2026-09-15--
City Park Maintenance Complex Improvements Equipment Storage BuildingLouisiana Associated General Contarctors2026-09-15--
ATHLETIC ATTIRE - adidas APPAREL, FOOTWEAR, & UNIFORMS (RENEWABLE) DUE 08/15 1:…State of Louisiana2026-09-15--
Mallard Golf Driving Range CP 3492Louisiana Associated General Contractors2026-09-15--
City Park Maintenance Complex ImprovementsLouisiana Division of Administration2026-09-15--
Renovations to Charlie Overton Park Community CenterSt. Helena Parish Police Jury2026-09-15-$1.5M
One (1) Year Contract for the Supply of Trailers on an as Needed Basis for the …State of Louisiana2026-09-17--
Purchase of Official NCAA Baseballs for AthleticsState of Louisiana2026-09-17-$50K
One (1) Year Contract for the Supply of Trailers on an as Needed BasisLouisiana Jefferson Parish Department of Fleet Management2026-09-17-$500K
RFQ #26-519 Mamie Hicks Park Tennis Court RenovationLouisiana Associated General Contractors2026-09-17--
Bid for Judice Park FencingLaFayette Consolidated Government2026-09-17NONE$325K

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Tips for Winning Parks & Recreation Contracts in Louisiana

  • ✓National Park Service contracts are posted on SAM.gov and often have specific National Park Service concession requirements. NPS concession contracts for lodging, food service, and tours are long-term, high-value opportunities managed separately through the NPS Commercial Services Program.
  • ✓Playground equipment purchases often use cooperative contracts (Sourcewell, NASPO ValuePoint) rather than individual RFPs. Manufacturers should pursue cooperative contract awards to access thousands of municipal buyers.
  • ✓Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) grants to state and local governments drive park construction and improvement projects. Monitor state grant announcements: funded projects must follow federal procurement requirements.

Parks & Recreation RFP FAQ

How do I bid on National Park Service contracts?

NPS contracts are posted on SAM.gov like other federal procurements. NPS concession contracts (lodging, food, tours, retail) are managed separately through the NPS Commercial Services Program and are posted at nps.gov/subjects/concessions. Construction and maintenance contracts follow standard federal procurement rules. Small and disadvantaged businesses can access set-aside opportunities.

What certifications help with parks and recreation contracts?

Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) from the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) is important for playground installation work. ISA Certified Arborist helps for tree care. Pesticide applicator licenses are needed for turf management. Davis-Bacon prevailing wages apply to federally funded park construction projects.

How are municipal parks contracts typically awarded?

Municipal parks contracts range from small purchase orders for supplies to multi-million-dollar construction projects. Maintenance contracts are often awarded annually or multi-year. Construction projects follow local procurement rules with competitive bidding above threshold amounts. Many cities use cooperative purchasing agreements for equipment and supplies.

What federal funding drives parks procurement?

The Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) provides matching grants to states for park acquisition and development. The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program funds park improvements in eligible areas. The Great American Outdoors Act (2020) provides full, permanent LWCF funding. State bond measures also drive significant parks capital spending.

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