City of Highwood bids, RFPs and contracts
Highwood, IllinoisPop. 5,323 · cityofhighwood.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 14 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 62
- 16 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 5
- None open now
- Contracts
- 846
- 253 vendors
The 30-second brief
62 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Highwood's meetings, most in payroll and pension and transportation. The latest, from Oct 20: At the October 6, 2026 Committee of the Whole meeting, the council discussed FYE 2028 roadway construction projects and took no action. The topic also appeared in the October 20 packet as a prior discussion item. That makes this a forward-looking infrastructure planning signal, especially for engineering, construction management, and paving-related vendors.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: Lauterbach & Amen LLP for highwood Reviews Lauterbach Police Pension Valuation (Oct 2026) and Christopher B. Burke Engineering Ltd (Cbbel) for highwood Discusses $73,400 Green Bay Engineering Proposal (Not to exceed $73,400, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Highwood's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Highwood has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Highwood buys from, taken from council records. 846 contracts with 253 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Highwood.
Questions about City of Highwood
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Highwood?
City of Highwood currently works with 253 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 19 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 Highwood?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (145), Public Works (58), and Environmental 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 City of Highwood publish RFPs?
City of Highwood publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 5 solicitations from City of Highwood. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Highwood?
At City of Highwood, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. Key departments include Police, Water, Mayor's Office, and Parks & Recreation. 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 19 decision-makers at City of Highwood.
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What does City of Highwood spend the most on?
Based on 265 tracked contracts, City of Highwood spends most on Capital Projects (145), Public Works (58), Environmental Services (22), Infrastructure & Maintenance (21), and Administration & Finance (19). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Highwood's current vendors?
City of Highwood currently works with vendors including LAUTERBACH & AMEN LLP, CHRISTOPHER B. BURKE ENGINEERING LTD (CBBEL), SE INC, HIGHLAND PARK FIRE & EMERGENCY SERVICES, TESTING SERVICE CORPORATION (TSC), NYHART, LAKESHORE RECYCLING SYSTEMS, and AXON. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, and TECHNOLOGY. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
How many active solicitations does City of Highwood have?
City of Highwood currently has 5 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (145), Public Works (58), and Environmental Services (22). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.