City of Freeport bids, RFPs and contracts
IllinoisPop. 23,202 · cityoffreeport.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 3, 2026
- 3 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 75
- 9 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Nov 6
- Contracts
- 16
- 12 vendors
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75 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Freeport's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and transportation. The latest, from Nov 3: Sidewalk and Pedestrian Safety Improvements on West & South St.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 6. Latest awards: Fischer Excavating for fischer Excavating wins bid for Float Avenue ($1,687,324.94, Sep 2018) and Stewart Spreading Inc for stewart Spreading Inc. approved for digester cleaning ($275,000, Sep 2018).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Freeport's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Freeport is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Freeport buys from, taken from council records. 16 contracts with 12 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Freeport.
Questions about City of Freeport
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Freeport?
City of Freeport currently works with 12 vendors across contract types including Construction, Service, Airport Management Agreement, Service Agreement, and Lease. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 18 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 Freeport?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Freeport include Freeport Demolition & Abatement: CD-016-2025 Bid for Four Properties, Freeport, IL: Demolition & Asbestos Abatement Bids Open to Local Contractors, and Freeport Seeks Bids for Home Rehab Project - Wyandotte Street, 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 Freeport publish RFPs?
City of Freeport publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 19 solicitations from City of Freeport. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Freeport?
At City of Freeport, 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 City Council, Community Development, Fire, Finance, and Information Technology. 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 18 decision-makers at City of Freeport.
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What does City of Freeport spend the most on?
Based on 2,526 tracked contracts, City of Freeport spends most on Capital Projects (1,387), Public Works (537), Grants (355), Environmental Services (132), and Public Safety (115). Contract types include Construction, Service, Airport Management Agreement, Service Agreement, and Lease. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Freeport's current vendors?
City of Freeport currently works with vendors including FISCHER EXCAVATING, STEWART SPREADING INC, FEHR GRAHAM & ASSOCIATES LLC, FREEPORT FLITE CENTER, ILLINOIS INNOVATION & TECH, DEERE & COMPANY (JOHN DEERE), STEPHENSON COUNTY SENIOR CENTER, ROBERT W BAIRD & CO INC, and NONPROFITTHRIVE. These vendors span contract types like Construction, Service, Airport Management Agreement, Service Agreement, and Lease. 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 Freeport working on?
Based on 11 tracked meetings, City of Freeport is actively discussing: Freeport Demolition & Abatement: CD-016-2025 Bid for Four Properties, Freeport, IL: Demolition & Asbestos Abatement Bids Open to Local Contractors, Freeport Seeks Bids for Home Rehab Project - Wyandotte Street, Freeport Demolition Bids: Asbestos Abatement & Site Restoration Opportunities, and City Council Addresses Agenda Amendments, Property Development, and Community Concerns. 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 Freeport have?
City of Freeport currently has 19 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,387), Public Works (537), and Grants (355). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.