City of Aurora City bids, RFPs and contracts
Aurora, IllinoisPop. 109,212 · aurora.il.us/Home- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 14, 2026
- 19 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 42
- 8 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 239
- Contracts
- 19,955
- 5,077 vendors
The 30-second brief
42 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Aurora City's meetings, most in capital projects and grants. The latest, from Oct 14: The agenda held a resolution for a preliminary plan and plat for LouJake Waterford Center Subdivision Addition Number 3 on vacant land at 1680 Montgomery Road. Because it was held, the document shows the project was not decided at this meeting. This is a clear private development signal that could drive future site design, civil engineering, and construction activity once it advances.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Crawford, Murphy & Tilly for aurora Recommends Engineering Services From Crawford Murphy (Oct 2026) and Mora Ventures LLC for aurora Recommends Outdoor Patio Agreement With Mora Ventures (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Aurora City's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Aurora City has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Aurora City buys from, taken from council records. 19,955 contracts with 5,077 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Aurora City.
Questions about City of Aurora City
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Aurora City?
City of Aurora City currently works with 5,077 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, TECHNOLOGY, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 1,107 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 City of Aurora City?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Aurora City include City of Aurora city — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Aurora city — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Aurora Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Meeting Summary, 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 City of Aurora City publish RFPs?
City of Aurora City publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 239 solicitations from City of Aurora City. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Aurora City?
At City of Aurora City, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. 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 1,107 decision-makers at City of Aurora City.
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What does City of Aurora City spend the most on?
Based on 5,200 tracked contracts, City of Aurora City spends most on Capital Projects (2,594), Public Works (1,142), Grants (591), Public Safety (473), and Information Technology (400). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, TECHNOLOGY, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Aurora City's current vendors?
City of Aurora City currently works with vendors including CRAWFORD, MURPHY & TILLY, MORA VENTURES LLC, SWIMMING STONES LLC, GENEVA CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, CROSSTOWN FIBER IL LLC, and 7 SOUTH LLC. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, TECHNOLOGY, and OTHER. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is City of Aurora City working on?
Based on 17 tracked meetings, City of Aurora City is actively discussing: City of Aurora city — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Aurora city — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Aurora Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Meeting Summary, Aurora Committee Approves Zoning Changes & Development Plans - Nov 26, 2025, and Aurora Committee of the Whole Meeting: Budget, Contracts, & Approvals. 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 City of Aurora City have?
City of Aurora City currently has 239 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,594), Public Works (1,142), and Grants (591). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.