City of North Chicago bids, RFPs and contracts
North Chicago, IllinoisPop. 34,050 · northchicago.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 19, 2026
- 15 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 61
- 6 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Dec 7
- Contracts
- 948
- 415 vendors
The 30-second brief
61 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of North Chicago's meetings, most in public works and administration & finance. The latest, from Oct 19: The Public Works Committee considered a construction engineering services agreement with GFT Infrastructure, Inc. for the Argonne Drive Reconstruction Project. The not-to-exceed amount was $2,433,327.00, and the item was still pending committee action on October 19, 2026. This gives engineering and construction management sellers a clear near-term procurement signal tied to a funded roadway project.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Safety.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Dec 7. Latest awards: Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital for north Chicago Considers Hospital Fire Internship Agreement (Oct 2026) and Illinois Department of Transportation (Idot) for north Chicago Considers Argonne Drive Funding Agreement ($25,663,395.60, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of North Chicago's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of North Chicago is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of North Chicago buys from, taken from council records. 948 contracts with 415 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of North Chicago.
Questions about City of North Chicago
How do I become an approved vendor for City of North Chicago?
City of North Chicago currently works with 415 vendors across contract types including OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, STAFFING, and INSURANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 30 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 North Chicago?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of North Chicago include North Chicago City Council Meeting Review: Key Business & Policy Impacts, North Chicago City Council Meeting: FY2026 Budget and Key Approvals, and North Chicago City Council Meeting Summary: June 2, 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 City of North Chicago publish RFPs?
City of North Chicago publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 23 solicitations from City of North Chicago. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Public Safety. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of North Chicago?
At City of North Chicago, 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 Community Development, Water, Public Works, Police, and Mayor'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 30 decision-makers at City of North Chicago.
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What does City of North Chicago spend the most on?
Based on 1,297 tracked contracts, City of North Chicago spends most on Capital Projects (700), Public Works (309), Public Safety (120), Environmental Services (85), and Grants (83). Contract types include OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, STAFFING, and INSURANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of North Chicago's current vendors?
City of North Chicago currently works with vendors including NORTHWESTERN LAKE FOREST HOSPITAL, ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (IDOT), PMA MANAGEMENT CORPORATION (LODESTAR), MATTHEWS STAFFING, CAMPANELLA & SONS INC, SYNERGIZED COMMUNITIES THRIVE INC, GFT INFRASTRUCTURE INC, and IML RMA RISK MANAGEMENT. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, STAFFING, and INSURANCE. 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 North Chicago working on?
Based on 13 tracked meetings, City of North Chicago is actively discussing: North Chicago City Council Meeting Review: Key Business & Policy Impacts, North Chicago City Council Meeting: FY2026 Budget and Key Approvals, North Chicago City Council Meeting Summary: June 2, 2025, North Chicago City Council Approves FY2026 Appropriations Ordinance, and North Chicago City Council Meeting Summary. 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 North Chicago have?
City of North Chicago currently has 23 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (700), Public Works (309), and Public Safety (120). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.