City of El Paso City bids, RFPs and contracts
IllinoisPop. 2,723 · elpasoil.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 19, 2026
- 19 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 19
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 1
- None open now
- Contracts
- 129
- 82 vendors
The 30-second brief
19 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of El Paso City's meetings, most in public works and public safety. The latest, from Oct 19: The council scheduled Ordinance #1099 to set a public hearing date for the proposed El Paso Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District. This is an early policy step, not a procurement award. It signals future redevelopment and infrastructure funding activity that can lead to planning, consulting, and project delivery work. The hearing date itself was to be established at the October 19, 2026 meeting.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Safety.
Latest awards: Tri-county Regional Planning Commission for el Paso Considers Updated Comprehensive Planning Contract (Not to exceed $20,000.00, Oct 2026) and Illinois Municipal League Risk Management Association for el Paso Considers 2027 Municipal Risk Insurance Agreement ($101,602 for 2027 premium ($100,585.98 early payment); minimum premium of $90,705 ($89,797.95 early payment), Oct 2026).
1 new pre-RFP at City of El Paso City this month. Get the ones that fit you, free.
Get Illinois pre-RFPs freeFree account · 30-second setup · No credit card
Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of El Paso City's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of El Paso City has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of El Paso City buys from, taken from council records. 129 contracts with 82 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of El Paso City.
Questions about City of El Paso City
How do I become an approved vendor for City of El Paso City?
City of El Paso City currently works with 82 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, TECHNOLOGY, and UTILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 3 known contacts at this agency to help you find the right point of entry. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with City of El Paso City?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of El Paso City include City of El Paso city — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of El Paso city — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and El Paso City Council Approves Risk Management Association Membership, suggesting active spending in these areas. The key is timing: reach the right department head while they're still scoping the project, not after the RFP is already live. Monitoring what agencies are discussing and spending on helps you start conversations before the competition.
Where does City of El Paso City publish RFPs?
City of El Paso City publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 1 solicitations from City of El Paso City. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Public Safety. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of El Paso City?
At City of El Paso City, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. Key departments include Utilities. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call. Verified contact details are available for 3 decision-makers at City of El Paso City.
Show 4 more questions
What does City of El Paso City spend the most on?
Based on 342 tracked contracts, City of El Paso City spends most on Capital Projects (205), Public Works (62), Public Safety (28), Public Notices & Legal Advertising (24), and Recreation & Community Services (23). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, TECHNOLOGY, and UTILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of El Paso City's current vendors?
City of El Paso City currently works with vendors including TRI-COUNTY REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSION, ILLINOIS MUNICIPAL LEAGUE RISK MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION, FRANCIS DESIGN COMPANY, AXON, and AMEREN ILLINOIS. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, TECHNOLOGY, and UTILITIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is City of El Paso City working on?
Based on 10 tracked meetings, City of El Paso City is actively discussing: City of El Paso city — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of El Paso city — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), El Paso City Council Approves Risk Management Association Membership, El Paso Council: Licenses, Road Funding, and Community Well Donation, and El Paso Finance Committee Recommends Loan for 'The Recovery Room'. These meeting topics indicate active project areas where the agency is scoping requirements, allocating budget, or evaluating vendors — often 6–18 months before formal RFPs are published.
How many active solicitations does City of El Paso City have?
City of El Paso City currently has 1 active solicitation. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (205), Public Works (62), and Public Safety (28). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.