Kankakee County bids, RFPs and contracts
Kankakee, IllinoisPop. 105,525 · k3county.net- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 22, 2026
- 15 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 48
- 7 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 38
- Contracts
- 375
- 189 vendors
The 30-second brief
48 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Kankakee County's meetings, most in insurance and grants. The latest, from Oct 22: The committee agenda lists awarding the bid to the lowest responsible bidder, Bowman Consulting Group, Ltd., for elevation contour mapping services. On this agenda, the award is still pending the October 22, 2026 vote. The named firm is the likely winner, and the item signals mapping and survey-related follow-on work.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
Latest awards: Bowman Consulting Group Ltd for elevation Mapping Bid Awarded to Bowman Consulting Group (Oct 2026) and Delta Dental for county Plans Dental Insurance Agreement With Delta Dental (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Kankakee County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Kankakee County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Kankakee County buys from, taken from council records. 375 contracts with 189 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Kankakee County.
Questions about Kankakee County
How do I become an approved vendor for Kankakee County?
Kankakee County currently works with 189 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, LEGAL, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 87 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 Kankakee County?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Kankakee County include Kankakee County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Kankakee County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Finance Committee Meeting: Fees, Courthouse, and Animal Control Discussed, 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 Kankakee County publish RFPs?
Kankakee County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 38 solicitations from Kankakee County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Kankakee County?
At Kankakee County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Human Resources, Freedom of Information Act (foia), and County Board Members. 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 87 decision-makers at Kankakee County.
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What does Kankakee County spend the most on?
Based on 1,061 tracked contracts, Kankakee County spends most on Capital Projects (621), Grants (142), Public Works (123), Public Services (90), and Environmental Services (85). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, LEGAL, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Kankakee County's current vendors?
Kankakee County currently works with vendors including BOWMAN CONSULTING GROUP LTD, DELTA DENTAL, LOWER CROSSING WIND LLC, LANGLOIS ROOFING INC, BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD OF ILLINOIS, and ALLONE HEALTH. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, LEGAL, and CONSTRUCTION. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Kankakee County working on?
Based on 20 tracked meetings, Kankakee County is actively discussing: Kankakee County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Kankakee County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Finance Committee Meeting: Fees, Courthouse, and Animal Control Discussed, Kankakee Animal Welfare Meeting: Shelter Needs & 2026 Planning, and Finance Committee Considers Tax Levy, Fee Structures, and Union Contract. 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 Kankakee County have?
Kankakee County currently has 38 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (621), Grants (142), and Public Works (123). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.