Cass County bids, RFPs and contracts
IllinoisPop. 12,463 · co.cass.il.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Apr 13, 2026
- 6 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 2
- Contracts
- 86
- 63 vendors
- Decision makers
- 22
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2 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Cass County's meetings, most in capital projects and environmental services. The latest, from Apr 13: County E-911 planning new CAD replacement project.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Budget Planning and Public Updates.
Latest awards: BLH for county Plans Future Electronics Pickup with BLH (Apr 2026) and Miller Construction (Mar 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Cass County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Cass County buys from, taken from council records. 86 contracts with 63 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Cass County.
Questions about Cass County
How do I become an approved vendor for Cass County?
Cass County currently works with 63 vendors across contract types including OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, LICENSE, SUPPLIES, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 22 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 Cass County?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Cass County include Cass County Commission Meeting: Roof RFQ, WIC Funding, Tax Disbursement, Cass County Commission Meeting Postponed; Impacts Business Decisions, and Cass County Commissioners Meeting: Key Resolutions and Updates, 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 Cass County publish RFPs?
Cass County 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 Cass County?
At Cass County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Beardstown Fire Department, Cass County Sheriff's Department, Beardstown Community Park District, Cass County Health Department — Environmental Health, and Cass County Clerk & Recorder's Office. 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 22 decision-makers at Cass County.
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What does Cass County spend the most on?
Based on 246 tracked contracts, Cass County spends most on Capital Projects (131), Budget Planning (41), Public Updates (38), Contract Award (22), and Public Works (14). Contract types include OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, LICENSE, SUPPLIES, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Cass County's current vendors?
Cass County currently works with vendors including BLH, MILLER CONSTRUCTION, LOUNGE (CLINT WHERLEY), CMS, GENASYS, and HUTCHINSON ENGINEERING. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, LICENSE, SUPPLIES, and TECHNOLOGY. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Cass County working on?
Based on 5 tracked meetings, Cass County is actively discussing: Cass County Commission Meeting: Roof RFQ, WIC Funding, Tax Disbursement, Cass County Commission Meeting Postponed; Impacts Business Decisions, Cass County Commissioners Meeting: Key Resolutions and Updates, Cass County Commission Meeting Summary - June 11, 2025, and Cass County Approves 2025 Budget and Procurement Contracts. 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.