Bourbonnais SD 53 bids, RFPs and contracts
Bourbonnais, Illinois2,296 students · besd53.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 7 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 10
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 11
- Contracts
- 5,428
- 1,576 vendors
The 30-second brief
10 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Bourbonnais SD 53's meetings, most in capital projects and grants. The latest, from Oct 27: At the October 27, 2026 meeting, the board had a consent item to authorize the School Maintenance Project Grant Application. The attachment was labeled School Maintenance Grant - FY2027, showing the district was applying for FY2027 maintenance funding. The agenda does not name a vendor or project scope beyond the grant application. Decision state: pending vote on October 27, 2026.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Transportation.
Latest awards: BRADBURY for BUGC RTU 13 Repair Approved From Bradbury (Oct 2026) and Concordia University Chicago for district funds administrator tuition at Concordia University (Up to $6,000 per year; up to a total of $18,000 for the life of this Agreement, Aug 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Bourbonnais SD 53's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Bourbonnais SD 53 has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Bourbonnais SD 53 buys from, taken from council records. 5,428 contracts with 1,576 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Bourbonnais SD 53.
Questions about Bourbonnais SD 53
How do I become an approved vendor for Bourbonnais SD 53?
Bourbonnais SD 53 currently works with 1,576 vendors across contract types including Service, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and STAFFING. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 65 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 Bourbonnais SD 53?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Bourbonnais SD 53 include Bourbonnais SD 53 — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Bourbonnais SD 53 — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Bourbonnais SD 53 — 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 Bourbonnais SD 53 publish RFPs?
Bourbonnais SD 53 publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 11 solicitations from Bourbonnais SD 53. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Transportation. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Bourbonnais SD 53?
At Bourbonnais SD 53, purchasing decisions are overseen by the superintendent's office and school board, with department heads like the Director of Facilities, CTO, and Business Administrator. Key departments include Curriculum & Instruction. 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 65 decision-makers at Bourbonnais SD 53.
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What does Bourbonnais SD 53 spend the most on?
Based on 1,552 tracked contracts, Bourbonnais SD 53 spends most on Capital Projects (999), Grants (220), Transportation (114), Administration & Finance (111), and Recreation & Community Services (108). Contract types include Service, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and STAFFING. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Bourbonnais SD 53's current vendors?
Bourbonnais SD 53 currently works with vendors including RIVERSIDE MEDICAL CENTER, BRADBURY, CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY CHICAGO, OVER THE MOON PEDIATRIC THERAPY, VALECEK, MICHELE M, PATRIOT HYUNDAI, LONGTIN, JENNIFER, QUEST FOOD MANAGEMENT SERVICES, and KASEC. These vendors span contract types like Service, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and STAFFING. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Bourbonnais SD 53 working on?
Based on 8 tracked meetings, Bourbonnais SD 53 is actively discussing: Bourbonnais SD 53 — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Bourbonnais SD 53 — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Bourbonnais SD 53 — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Bourbonnais Elementary School District #53 Board Meeting Summary, and Bourbonnais Elementary School Board Meeting Summary- November 18, 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.
How many active solicitations does Bourbonnais SD 53 have?
Bourbonnais SD 53 currently has 11 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (999), Grants (220), and Transportation (114). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.