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Elwood Village bids, RFPs and contracts

Illinois
Latest pre-RFP
Nov 4, 2026
3 days ago
Pre-RFPs
6
1 in the last 30 days
Bids and RFPs
8
None open now
Contracts
81
59 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

6 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Elwood Village's meetings, most in capital projects and equipment. The latest, from Nov 4: Amended Right-of-Way and Lease Agreement for Fixed Wireless Expansion.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Safety.

How they buy

Latest awards: Lauterbach & Amen for lauterbach & Amen Presents Elwood Annual Audit (Nov 2026) and Morton Salt Inc for elwood Considers Morton Salt Road Salt Bid (Nov 2026).

6 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Nov 4

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in Elwood Village's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Recent bids and RFPs

Solicitations Elwood Village has posted. None are open right now.

Vendors and contracts

Who Elwood Village buys from, taken from council records. 81 contracts with 59 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Elwood Village.

Questions about Elwood Village

How do I become an approved vendor for Elwood Village?

Elwood Village currently works with 59 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, FACILITIES, STAFFING, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 8 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 Elwood Village?

Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Elwood Village include Elwood village — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Elwood village — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Elwood Village Board Meeting Summary: Contracts, Finances, & Public Safety, 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 Elwood Village publish RFPs?

Elwood Village publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 8 solicitations from Elwood Village. 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 Elwood Village?

At Elwood Village, 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 Police, Finance, Community Development, Fire, and Administration. 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 8 decision-makers at Elwood Village.

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What does Elwood Village spend the most on?

Based on 131 tracked contracts, Elwood Village spends most on Capital Projects (63), Public Works (26), Public Safety (17), Budget Planning (13), and Administration & Finance (12). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, FACILITIES, STAFFING, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are Elwood Village's current vendors?

Elwood Village currently works with vendors including LAUTERBACH & AMEN, MORTON SALT INC, SURF AIR WIRELESS LLC, ELWOOD SCHOOL DISTRICT #203, CJ LOGISTICS AMERICA LLC, DEKRA, ALLIANT MESIROW, RAVE ALERTING PLATFORM, BAXTER & WOODMAN, and SUTTON FORD. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, FACILITIES, STAFFING, and OTHER. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.

What projects is Elwood Village working on?

Based on 10 tracked meetings, Elwood Village is actively discussing: Elwood village — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Elwood village — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Elwood Village Board Meeting Summary: Contracts, Finances, & Public Safety, Canceled: Elwood Finance Committee Meeting - July 29, 2025, and Elwood Planning & Zoning Commission Considers Key Business Updates. 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 Elwood Village have?

Elwood Village currently has 8 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (63), Public Works (26), and Public Safety (17). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.

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