Town of Vandalia bids, RFPs and contracts
IllinoisPop. 6,139 · vandaliaillinois.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 5, 2026
- 33 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 21
- Bids and RFPs
- 1
- None open now
- Contracts
- 1,259
- 464 vendors
The 30-second brief
21 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Vandalia's meetings, most in capital projects and public works. The latest, from Oct 5: The council scheduled an ordinance to add Section 17.06.150 for battery energy storage systems and send it to Planning and Zoning for review before final council approval. This is an early policy signal, not a procurement. It suggests the city is preparing rules that could precede future storage project reviews or related infrastructure decisions.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Mccarthy Improvement Company for vandalia Considers McCarthy Sidewalk Project Payment ($220,582.87, Oct 2026) and HACH for water Plant Testing Agreement Proposed (Sep 2026).
21 pre-RFPs tracked at Town of Vandalia. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Vandalia's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Town of Vandalia has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Vandalia buys from, taken from council records. 1,259 contracts with 464 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Vandalia.
Questions about Town of Vandalia
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Vandalia?
Town of Vandalia currently works with 464 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, MAINTENANCE, and UTILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 33 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 Vandalia?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Vandalia include Vandalia City Council Meeting: Infrastructure Projects & Grant Approvals, Vandalia Council Meeting: Approvals, Safety Tech & Economic Initiatives, and Vandalia City Council Meeting: Approvals, Projects, and Financials, 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 Vandalia publish RFPs?
Town of Vandalia publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 1 solicitations from Town of Vandalia. 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 Town of Vandalia?
At Town of Vandalia, 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 33 decision-makers at Town of Vandalia.
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What does Town of Vandalia spend the most on?
Based on 532 tracked contracts, Town of Vandalia spends most on Capital Projects (240), Public Works (109), Grants (70), Utilities (63), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (50). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, MAINTENANCE, and UTILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Vandalia's current vendors?
Town of Vandalia currently works with vendors including MCCARTHY IMPROVEMENT COMPANY, HACH, ADS ELECTRIC, KOPP, ZAC, R.E. PEDROTTI COMPANY INC, ROBERT SIMMONS LLC, AMEREN ILLINOIS, KORTE & LUITJOHAN, and SANDBERG-PHOENIX. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, MAINTENANCE, and UTILITIES. 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 Vandalia working on?
Based on 9 tracked meetings, Town of Vandalia is actively discussing: Vandalia City Council Meeting: Infrastructure Projects & Grant Approvals, Vandalia Council Meeting: Approvals, Safety Tech & Economic Initiatives, Vandalia City Council Meeting: Approvals, Projects, and Financials, Vandalia City Council Meeting: Road Closures, Zoning, Liquor License, and City Council Meeting: Infrastructure, Business Development, and Energy Review. 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 Town of Vandalia have?
Town of Vandalia currently has 1 active solicitation. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (240), Public Works (109), and Grants (70). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.