Gardner Village bids, RFPs and contracts
IllinoisPop. 1,366 · villageofgardner.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 28, 2026
- 40 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 8
- Bids and RFPs
- 3
- None open now
- Contracts
- 56
- 40 vendors
The 30-second brief
8 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Gardner Village's meetings, most in transportation and utilities. The latest, from Sep 28: The board discussed speeding on East Street, especially at Lincoln Street, and whether stop signs or other traffic control can be installed. Comm. Hill asked Village Engineer Casey McCollom to look into it, and McCollom said he was working on stop signs. This is an open public-works traffic calming need with a likely next step in engineering review and sign procurement.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Lakeside Construction for village Discusses Lakeside Construction Pavilion Proposal ($17,250, Oct 2026) and West Side Tractor Sales for gardner Approves Equipment Contract With West Side Tractor (Sep 2026).
8 pre-RFPs tracked at Gardner Village. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Gardner Village's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Gardner Village has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Gardner Village buys from, taken from council records. 56 contracts with 40 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Gardner Village.
Questions about Gardner Village
How do I become an approved vendor for Gardner Village?
Gardner Village currently works with 40 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, MAINTENANCE, TECHNOLOGY, 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 Gardner Village?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Gardner Village include Gardner CCSD 72C Board Meeting: Budget Approval, Policy Reviews, Personnel, 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 Gardner Village publish RFPs?
Gardner Village publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 3 solicitations from Gardner Village. 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 Gardner Village?
At Gardner 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 Village Hall Staff, and Village Leadership. 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 Gardner Village.
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What does Gardner Village spend the most on?
Based on 552 tracked contracts, Gardner Village spends most on Capital Projects (306), Public Works (153), Grants (55), Utilities (20), and Environmental Services (18). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, MAINTENANCE, TECHNOLOGY, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Gardner Village's current vendors?
Gardner Village currently works with vendors including LAKESIDE CONSTRUCTION, WEST SIDE TRACTOR SALES, UTILITY SERVICE COMPANY INC, LOCIS, PRECISION TREE SERVICE, UTILITY SERVICE COMPANY, GRANT CONSTRUCTION, and GRUNDY COUNTY ANIMAL CONTROL. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, MAINTENANCE, TECHNOLOGY, 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 Gardner Village working on?
Based on 1 tracked meeting, Gardner Village is actively discussing: Gardner CCSD 72C Board Meeting: Budget Approval, Policy Reviews, Personnel. 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 Gardner Village have?
Gardner Village currently has 3 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (306), Public Works (153), and Grants (55). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.