Marion County bids, RFPs and contracts
IllinoisPop. 36,382 · marioncountyil.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 24 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 41
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 5
- None open now
- Contracts
- 756
- 344 vendors
The 30-second brief
41 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Marion County's meetings, most in public safety and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 13: The committee went into closed session to discuss replacement of the Supervisor of Assessments position. Any final action was only listed as possible after closed session, so this is still a personnel-driven buying trigger rather than a decided procurement. A new or changing assessor leadership role can affect assessment operations, software needs, and related administrative support.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Safety.
Latest awards: Sks Engineers LLC for committee to Review SKS Engineers Solar Project (Oct 2026) and Illinois Counties Risk Management Trust for marion County to Consider Risk Trust Renewal Application (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Marion County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Marion County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Marion County buys from, taken from council records. 756 contracts with 344 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Marion County.
Questions about Marion County
How do I become an approved vendor for Marion County?
Marion County currently works with 344 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 32 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 Marion County?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Marion County include Marion County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Marion County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Marion County — 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 Marion County publish RFPs?
Marion County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 5 solicitations from Marion County. 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 Marion County?
At Marion County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Marion County Emergency Management Agency, District #5, District Attorney, and Police. 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 32 decision-makers at Marion County.
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What does Marion County spend the most on?
Based on 899 tracked contracts, Marion County spends most on Capital Projects (541), Public Works (131), Public Safety (127), Professional Services (52), and Grants (48). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Marion County's current vendors?
Marion County currently works with vendors including SKS ENGINEERS LLC, ILLINOIS COUNTIES RISK MANAGEMENT TRUST, SG SALEM II PV LLC, XT SOLUTIONS, AMAZON, E-ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS LLC, TRAJECTORY ENERGY PARTNERS LLC, and SILL, TRAVIS DBA THE WEDDING BARN. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Marion County working on?
Based on 15 tracked meetings, Marion County is actively discussing: Marion County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Marion County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Marion County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Marion County Board Meeting: Personnel, Community, Animal Control Focus, and Marion County Treasurer Financial Report: 2025 Revenue & Expenditure Analysis. 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 Marion County have?
Marion County currently has 5 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (541), Public Works (131), and Public Safety (127). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.