Tazewell County bids, RFPs and contracts
Pekin, IllinoisPop. 130,049 · tazewell-il.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 18 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 194
- 9 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 88
- Contracts
- 2,061
- 580 vendors
The 30-second brief
194 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Tazewell County's meetings, most in insurance and information technology. The latest, from Oct 20: At its October 20, 2026 meeting, the Finance Committee recommended using CIP Fund contingency money for security system upgrades in the Tazewell County Jail control room. The Sheriff’s Office had already entered an agreement with Security Automation Systems for equipment and software upgrades totaling $93,200. The need was driven by the new secured access tunnel connecting the Justice Center Annex and the jail, and the remaining cost was to be budgeted in FY27.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Information Technology.
Latest awards: Chambers Landscape for chambers Landscape Completes County Facility Landscaping (Oct 2026) and AMAZON for county Recommends Amazon Crate Purchase ($647.85, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Tazewell County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Tazewell County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Tazewell County buys from, taken from council records. 2,061 contracts with 580 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Tazewell County.
Questions about Tazewell County
How do I become an approved vendor for Tazewell County?
Tazewell County currently works with 580 vendors across contract types including MAINTENANCE, SUPPLIES, CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, and FACILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 67 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 Tazewell County?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Tazewell County include Tazewell County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Tazewell County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Tazewell 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 Tazewell County publish RFPs?
Tazewell County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 88 solicitations from Tazewell County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Information Technology. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Tazewell County?
At Tazewell County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. 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 67 decision-makers at Tazewell County.
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What does Tazewell County spend the most on?
Based on 1,764 tracked contracts, Tazewell County spends most on Capital Projects (960), Grants (288), Information Technology (203), Transportation (173), and Administration & Finance (140). Contract types include MAINTENANCE, SUPPLIES, CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, and FACILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Tazewell County's current vendors?
Tazewell County currently works with vendors including CHAMBERS LANDSCAPE, AMAZON, CUSHING COMMERCIAL FLOORING, THOMAS DODGE CHRYSLER JEEP OF HIGHLAND INC, S&S HARDWARE, CUSHING FLOORING, J&J TRUCK TOPPERS & ACCESSORIES LLC, PARETOHEALTH, G.A. RICH PLUMBING, and SECURITY AUTOMATION SYSTEMS. These vendors span contract types like MAINTENANCE, SUPPLIES, CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, and FACILITIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Tazewell County working on?
Based on 21 tracked meetings, Tazewell County is actively discussing: Tazewell County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Tazewell County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Tazewell County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Tazewell County In-Place Executive Committee Meeting Summary 2025-12-17, and Tazewell County Historical Preservation Committee Meeting Summary. 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 Tazewell County have?
Tazewell County currently has 88 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (960), Grants (288), and Information Technology (203). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.