City of Wilmington bids, RFPs and contracts
Wilmington, IllinoisPop. 5,614 · wilmington-il.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 18 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 69
- 10 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 16
- Contracts
- 2,565
- 849 vendors
The 30-second brief
69 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Wilmington's meetings, most in public safety and insurance. The latest, from Oct 20: At the September 8, 2026 committee meeting, the council considered an intergovernmental agreement for license plate reading cameras on county highways in Will County. The discussion said the deal was a renewal for the three cameras already in place and operational. The item was scheduled to go to the September 15, 2026 City Council consent agenda for full and final approval. Decision state: renewal scheduled for approval.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Equipment.
Latest awards: Homer Tree Care Inc for wilmington Reviews Homer Tree Care Storm Cleanup (Oct 2026) and Springbrook Holding Company LLC ($32,500 grand total, consisting of $15,500 annual subscription pricing and $17,000 estimated professional services, excluding sales tax, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Wilmington's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Wilmington has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Wilmington buys from, taken from council records. 2,565 contracts with 849 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Wilmington.
Questions about City of Wilmington
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Wilmington?
City of Wilmington currently works with 849 vendors across contract types including MAINTENANCE, TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 21 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 Wilmington?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Wilmington include City of Wilmington — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), 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 Wilmington publish RFPs?
City of Wilmington publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 16 solicitations from City of Wilmington. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Equipment. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Wilmington?
At City of Wilmington, 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 Administration, 1st Ward, 2nd Ward, and 4th Ward. 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 21 decision-makers at City of Wilmington.
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What does City of Wilmington spend the most on?
Based on 1,474 tracked contracts, City of Wilmington spends most on Capital Projects (603), Public Works (301), Equipment (208), Parks & Recreation (190), and Public Safety (172). Contract types include MAINTENANCE, TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Wilmington's current vendors?
City of Wilmington currently works with vendors including HOMER TREE CARE INC, SPRINGBROOK HOLDING COMPANY LLC, CLENNON ELECTRIC, ROBERTSON FAMILY HOLDINGS, KANKAKEE TRUCK EQUIPMENT INC, ESET, ELENS & MAICHIN ROOFING & SHEET METAL INC, ZEILER AMUSEMENTS, and D CONSTRUCTION INC. These vendors span contract types like MAINTENANCE, TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, and EQUIPMENT. 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 Wilmington working on?
Based on 1 tracked meeting, City of Wilmington is actively discussing: City of Wilmington — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026). 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 Wilmington have?
City of Wilmington currently has 16 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (603), Public Works (301), and Equipment (208). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.