Chicago Housing Authority bids, RFPs and contracts
Chicago, Illinoisthecha.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Jul 21, 2026
- 3 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 17
- Open bids
- 3+
- Next due Nov 4
- Contracts
- 1,393
- 727 vendors
The 30-second brief
17 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Chicago Housing Authority's meetings, most in capital projects and environmental services. The latest, from Jul 21: On-Call Environmental Services Agreements Being Procured.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Professional Services and Grants.
3+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 4. Latest awards: United States Department of Housing and Urban Development for CHA Approves $2.3M HUD Jobs Plus Grant ($2,300,000, Sep 2026) and Bryn Mawr Belle Shore Apartments for CHA Extends HAP Contract for Bryn Mawr Belle Shore ($147,720.00 initial estimated contract; $2,747,432.00 total estimated contract, Sep 2026).
17 pre-RFPs tracked at Chicago Housing Authority. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Chicago Housing Authority's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Chicago Housing Authority is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Chicago Housing Authority buys from, taken from council records. 1,393 contracts with 727 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Chicago Housing Authority.
Questions about Chicago Housing Authority
How do I become an approved vendor for Chicago Housing Authority?
Chicago Housing Authority currently works with 727 vendors across contract types including OTHER, INSURANCE, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 4 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 Chicago Housing Authority?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Chicago Housing Authority include Chicago Housing Authority — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Chicago Housing Authority — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and CHA: Microsoft License Renewal Bid Due Date Revised to Dec 10, 2025, 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 Chicago Housing Authority publish RFPs?
Chicago Housing Authority publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 203 solicitations from Chicago Housing Authority. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Professional Services, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Chicago Housing Authority?
At Chicago Housing Authority, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. 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 4 decision-makers at Chicago Housing Authority.
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What does Chicago Housing Authority spend the most on?
Based on 715 tracked contracts, Chicago Housing Authority spends most on Capital Projects (511), Professional Services (82), Grants (45), Environmental Services (40), and Information Technology (37). Contract types include OTHER, INSURANCE, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Chicago Housing Authority's current vendors?
Chicago Housing Authority currently works with vendors including UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, BRYN MAWR BELLE SHORE APARTMENTS, CHICAGO HOUSING AUTHORITY, HUD, ERNST & YOUNG, ARTHUR J. GALLAGHER, CITY OF CHICAGO, STANDARD BMBS OWNER LLC, and UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND UBAN DEVELOPMENT. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, INSURANCE, 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 Chicago Housing Authority working on?
Based on 9 tracked meetings, Chicago Housing Authority is actively discussing: Chicago Housing Authority — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Chicago Housing Authority — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), CHA: Microsoft License Renewal Bid Due Date Revised to Dec 10, 2025, CHA: Microsoft License Renewal - Addendum 1 Clarifications & Updates, and CHA: Healthy Homes Scattered Sites IFB Addendum - Asbestos & Lead Inspections. 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 Chicago Housing Authority have?
Chicago Housing Authority currently has 203 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (511), Professional Services (82), and Grants (45). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.