City of Paris bids, RFPs and contracts
IllinoisPop. 8,026 · parisillinois.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Aug 10, 2026
- 3 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 5
- Bids and RFPs
- 4
- None open now
- Contracts
- 99
- 71 vendors
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5 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Paris's meetings, most in public safety and parks & recreation. The latest, from Aug 10: Funding Approved for New Disc Golf Course.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Safety.
Latest awards: Lankster & Gore for invoice approved to Lankster & Gore for water line ($3,240, Aug 2026) and Barge Terminal Trucking for salt supply contract approved with Barge Terminal Trucking (Aug 2026).
5 pre-RFPs tracked at City of Paris. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Paris's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Paris has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Paris buys from, taken from council records. 99 contracts with 71 vendors.
Questions about City of Paris
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Paris?
City of Paris currently works with 71 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, SUPPLIES, FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with City of Paris?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (39), Public Works (30), and Public Safety (9), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 Paris publish RFPs?
City of Paris publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 4 solicitations from City of Paris. 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 Paris?
At City of Paris, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call.
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What does City of Paris spend the most on?
Based on 90 tracked contracts, City of Paris spends most on Capital Projects (39), Public Works (30), Public Safety (9), Grants (7), and Utilities (5). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, SUPPLIES, FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Paris's current vendors?
City of Paris currently works with vendors including LANKSTER & GORE, BARGE TERMINAL TRUCKING, GORE, JASON, DOUBLE B FENCE, AQUA OPS, KURLY Q, FRATERNAL ORDER OF EAGLES #4000, CONXXUS, and KURITA AMERICA INC. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, SUPPLIES, FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and OTHER. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
How many active solicitations does City of Paris have?
City of Paris currently has 4 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (39), Public Works (30), and Public Safety (9). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.