City of Oakland bids, RFPs and contracts
IllinoisPop. 721 · colesco.illinois.gov/oakland- Latest contract
- Feb 6, 2025
- 21 months ago
- Bids and RFPs
- 2
- None open now
- Contracts
- 93
- 72 vendors
- Decision makers
- 2
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Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Rachel Lange for new treasurer hired (Feb 2025) and Doug Weddle for new City Hall Security System Approved ($3445.45, Jan 2025).
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Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Oakland has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Oakland buys from, taken from council records. 93 contracts with 72 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Oakland.
Questions about City of Oakland
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Oakland?
City of Oakland currently works with 72 vendors across contract types including Employment, Security System, New Sign, Technical Service, and Audit Services. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 2 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 Oakland?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Oakland include Oakland City Council Meeting Summary: January 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 Oakland publish RFPs?
City of Oakland publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 2 solicitations from City of Oakland. 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 Oakland?
At City of Oakland, 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 2 decision-makers at City of Oakland.
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What does City of Oakland spend the most on?
Based on 108 tracked contracts, City of Oakland spends most on Capital Projects (39), Public Works (22), Grants (21), Infrastructure & Maintenance (15), and Equipment (11). Contract types include Employment, Security System, New Sign, Technical Service, and Audit Services. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Oakland's current vendors?
City of Oakland currently works with vendors including RACHEL LANGE, DOUG WEDDLE, SIGN APPEAL, CCRP, GILBERT METZGER & MADIGAN, COLES COUNTY, OAKLAND CUSD 5, FIRST FARMERS BANK, MILANO & GRUNLOH, and NUTRIEN. These vendors span contract types like Employment, Security System, New Sign, Technical Service, and Audit Services. 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 Oakland working on?
Based on 1 tracked meeting, City of Oakland is actively discussing: Oakland City Council Meeting Summary: January 2, 2025. 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 Oakland have?
City of Oakland currently has 2 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (39), Public Works (22), and Grants (21). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.