Carbondale Park District bids, RFPs and contracts
Carbondale, Illinoiscpkd.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 14, 2026
- 2 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 5
- Contracts
- 32
- 28 vendors
- Decision makers
- 14
The 30-second brief
5 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Carbondale Park District's meetings, most in equipment and capital projects.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Parks & Recreation and Recreation & Community Services.
Latest awards: EZ/GO for board to consider EZ/GO used golf cart contract (Jun 2026) and Hutchison Consulting for board to Consider Hutchison Consulting Parks Master Plan (Sep 2025).
5 pre-RFPs tracked at Carbondale Park District. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Carbondale Park District's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Carbondale Park District buys from, taken from council records. 32 contracts with 28 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Carbondale Park District.
Questions about Carbondale Park District
How do I become an approved vendor for Carbondale Park District?
Carbondale Park District currently works with 28 vendors across contract types including EQUIPMENT, CONSULTING, INSURANCE, SUPPLIES, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 14 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 Carbondale Park District?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (68), Parks & Recreation (38), and Recreation & Community Services (22), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 Carbondale Park District publish RFPs?
Carbondale Park District 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 Carbondale Park District?
At Carbondale Park District, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include City Council. 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 14 decision-makers at Carbondale Park District.
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What does Carbondale Park District spend the most on?
Based on 153 tracked contracts, Carbondale Park District spends most on Capital Projects (68), Parks & Recreation (38), Recreation & Community Services (22), Administration & Finance (13), and Equipment (12). Contract types include EQUIPMENT, CONSULTING, INSURANCE, SUPPLIES, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Carbondale Park District's current vendors?
Carbondale Park District currently works with vendors including EZ/GO, HUTCHISON CONSULTING, BLUE CROSS/BLUE SHIELD, GUARDIAN INSURANCE, E.T. SIMONDS, KIDS GOLF FOUNDATION, MOHLENBROCK, TRENT, PAMPERED PAWS PET WASH, and FIRST SOUTHERN BANK. These vendors span contract types like EQUIPMENT, CONSULTING, INSURANCE, SUPPLIES, and OTHER. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
