Bellwood SD 88 bids, RFPs and contracts
Bellwood, Illinois2,150 students · sd88.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Aug 4, 2026
- 3 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 22
- Bids and RFPs
- 9
- None open now
- Contracts
- 1,028
- 483 vendors
The 30-second brief
22 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Bellwood SD 88's meetings, most in capital projects and information technology. The latest, from Aug 4: Firewall Migration Project Creates Follow-On Needs.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Recreation & Community Services and Grants.
Latest awards: Memorial Park District for memorial Park District Facility Use Pending Board Approval (Oct 2026) and Commercial Tire of Melrose Park for bellwood School Board Considers $3,400 Tire Company Donation ($3,400, Oct 2026).
22 pre-RFPs tracked at Bellwood SD 88. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Bellwood SD 88's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Bellwood SD 88 has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Bellwood SD 88 buys from, taken from council records. 1,028 contracts with 483 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Bellwood SD 88.
Questions about Bellwood SD 88
How do I become an approved vendor for Bellwood SD 88?
Bellwood SD 88 currently works with 483 vendors across contract types including FACILITIES, OTHER, SUPPLIES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 37 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 Bellwood SD 88?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Bellwood SD 88 include Bellwood SD 88 — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Bellwood SD 88 — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Bellwood School District 88 Board Meeting: Approvals & Initiatives, 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 Bellwood SD 88 publish RFPs?
Bellwood SD 88 publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 9 solicitations from Bellwood SD 88. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Recreation & Community Services, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Bellwood SD 88?
At Bellwood SD 88, purchasing decisions are overseen by the superintendent's office and school board, with department heads like the Director of Facilities, CTO, and Business Administrator. 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 37 decision-makers at Bellwood SD 88.
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What does Bellwood SD 88 spend the most on?
Based on 2,278 tracked contracts, Bellwood SD 88 spends most on Capital Projects (1,243), Recreation & Community Services (284), Grants (265), Professional Services (252), and Administration & Finance (234). Contract types include FACILITIES, OTHER, SUPPLIES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Bellwood SD 88's current vendors?
Bellwood SD 88 currently works with vendors including MEMORIAL PARK DISTRICT, COMMERCIAL TIRE OF MELROSE PARK, DYNASTY VOLLEYBALL CLUB, DOUBLE GOOD, AFFY TAFFY, VILLAGE OF BELLWOOD, IASPA, MEMORIAL PARK DISTRICT SPARTANS, and VILLAGE OF BELLWOOD HISPANIC HERITAGE. These vendors span contract types like FACILITIES, OTHER, SUPPLIES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Bellwood SD 88 working on?
Based on 15 tracked meetings, Bellwood SD 88 is actively discussing: Bellwood SD 88 — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Bellwood SD 88 — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Bellwood School District 88 Board Meeting: Approvals & Initiatives, Bellwood SD 88 Approves Bills, E-Learning, MOU; Cintas Gets $12,831 Contract, and Bellwood School District 88 Teaching and Learning Committee Meeting. 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 Bellwood SD 88 have?
Bellwood SD 88 currently has 9 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,243), Recreation & Community Services (284), and Grants (265). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.