City of Markham City bids, RFPs and contracts
Markham, IllinoisPop. 11,274 · cityofmarkham.net- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 21, 2026
- 13 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 21
- 7 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1
- Next due Nov 16
- Contracts
- 344
- 214 vendors
The 30-second brief
21 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Markham City's meetings, most in transportation and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Oct 21: The city planned an ordinance authorizing execution of the Illinois Municipal League Risk Management Association minimum/maximum premium agreement. The agenda does not give the premium amount, but it shows the city moving to renew or lock in insurance coverage terms. That is useful incumbent intelligence for coverage, renewals, and any related risk management services.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
1 open RFP, the next due Nov 16. Latest awards: Mcgill Construction LLC for markham Considers Final Road Resurfacing Payment ($335,847.80, Oct 2026) and Illinois Municipal League Risk Management Association for markham Considers Municipal Risk Insurance Agreement (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Markham City's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Markham City is accepting responses to now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Markham City buys from, taken from council records. 344 contracts with 214 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Markham City.
Questions about City of Markham City
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Markham City?
City of Markham City currently works with 214 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, INSURANCE, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, and CONSULTING. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 31 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 Markham City?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Markham City include City of Markham city — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Markham city — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Markham city — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), 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 Markham City publish RFPs?
City of Markham City publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 1 solicitations from City of Markham 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 Markham City?
At City of Markham City, 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 Departments, and Building/housing. 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 31 decision-makers at City of Markham City.
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What does City of Markham City spend the most on?
Based on 393 tracked contracts, City of Markham City spends most on Capital Projects (206), Public Works (115), Grants (30), Environmental Services (22), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (20). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, INSURANCE, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, and CONSULTING. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Markham City's current vendors?
City of Markham City currently works with vendors including MCGILL CONSTRUCTION LLC, ILLINOIS MUNICIPAL LEAGUE RISK MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION, M&J UNDERGROUND, K-FIVE, SKC, BLUESTONE SINGLE TENANT PROPERTIES LLC, BAKER TILLY, VILLAGE OF CALUMET PARK, and HOUSER-HAMPTON, RONNELL. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, INSURANCE, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, and CONSULTING. 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 Markham City working on?
Based on 13 tracked meetings, City of Markham City is actively discussing: City of Markham city — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Markham city — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Markham city — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Markham City Council Meeting: Approvals, Infrastructure Projects, Tax Levy, and Markham City Council Meeting: Zoning Amendments, Contracts, Licenses. 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 Markham City have?
City of Markham City currently has 1 active solicitation. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (206), Public Works (115), and Grants (30). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.