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Town of Bradford bids, RFPs and contracts

Illinois
Latest pre-RFP
May 27, 2026
5 months ago
Pre-RFPs
3
Contracts
34
28 vendors
Decision makers
42

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

3 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Bradford's meetings, most in administration & finance and recreation & community services. The latest, from May 27: Village Pursuing Loan for Project Overages.

Where the money goes

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

How they buy

Latest awards: ESCO for village Awards OSLAD Electrical Work to ESCO ($19,750, May 2026) and Grit Property Services LLC for grit Property Services Selected for Butterfly Garden ($10,000, May 2026).

Latest pre-RFP May 27

3 pre-RFPs tracked at Town of Bradford. Get the ones that fit you, free.

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Bradford's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Vendors and contracts

Who Town of Bradford buys from, taken from council records. 34 contracts with 28 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Bradford.

Questions about Town of Bradford

How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Bradford?

Town of Bradford currently works with 28 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, TECHNOLOGY, TRANSPORTATION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 42 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 Town of Bradford?

Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Bradford include Village of Bradford Approves Key Financial and Community Initiatives, Bradford Village Board Meeting Summary, and Bradford Village Board Meeting Commercial Highlights, 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 Town of Bradford publish RFPs?

Town of Bradford publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at Town of Bradford?

At Town of Bradford, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. 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 42 decision-makers at Town of Bradford.

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What does Town of Bradford spend the most on?

Based on 76 tracked contracts, Town of Bradford spends most on Capital Projects (26), Public Works (22), Grants (13), Environmental Services (9), and Community Events & Activities (6). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, TECHNOLOGY, TRANSPORTATION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are Town of Bradford's current vendors?

Town of Bradford currently works with vendors including ESCO, GRIT PROPERTY SERVICES LLC, SIMIC, TEAM REIL, PETERSON TOWING, MICROSOFT 365, IMRF, UFTRING’S, BBC, and SHATTOS, BART. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, TECHNOLOGY, TRANSPORTATION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and EQUIPMENT. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.

What projects is Town of Bradford working on?

Based on 5 tracked meetings, Town of Bradford is actively discussing: Village of Bradford Approves Key Financial and Community Initiatives, Bradford Village Board Meeting Summary, Bradford Village Board Meeting Commercial Highlights, Bradford Village Hall Meeting: Infrastructure, Bids, and Personnel Changes, and Village of Bradford Committee Meeting Summary - January 22nd, 2025. 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.

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