Mississippi County
Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Mississippi County.
- Buyer type:
- County
- Location:
- Blytheville, AR
- Country:
- US
Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Mississippi County.
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
160873
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
325
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
37,828
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Latest Budget Year
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Operating Budget
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Includes fiscal year calendars, procurement complexity scores, and strategic insights.
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Quick Decision Flow
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Cooperatives
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Mississippi County
The committee discussed the operations and fiscal feasibility of the local juvenile detention center, noting a significant decline in juvenile incarceration numbers over the past decade. Discussions included the potential for housing juveniles in other county facilities, the utilization of state-mandated assessments, and the challenges associated with managing juvenile offenders. The committee reviewed alternatives to incarceration, such as probation and state-run boot camp programs, while acknowledging staffing and operational difficulties, including liability concerns and statewide trends in juvenile justice.
The committee reviewed project budget tracking, highlighting significant cost savings on initial base bids and current expenditures. Key discussions focused on the Osceola project, resulting in the approval of additional funding for masonry and terracotta repairs to prevent water damage and protect existing investments. The committee also evaluated options for pigeon deterrence and deliberated on security enhancements, specifically the procurement and placement of x-ray machines and metal detectors at the main entrance to ensure accessibility and safety.
The meeting primarily addressed the resignation of a member in Mississippi County, Arkansas, due to unforeseen circumstances impacting their ability to fulfill duties. The committee discussed the departing member's options regarding COBRA insurance coverage and other related administrative matters.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Track Mississippi County meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
Early signals from meeting minutes and plans
Vendor mentions and competitor tracking
Decision timeline from discussion to RFP
Public-sector contacts connected to Mississippi County.
Quotable insights from buyer leadership