City of Olney bids, RFPs and contracts
Olney, IllinoisPop. 8,347 · ci.olney.il.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 7 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 51
- 7 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 15
- Contracts
- 779
- 410 vendors
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51 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Olney's meetings, most in public works and utilities. The latest, from Oct 27: Downtown Facade Improvement Grant for Exterior Painting.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Mt. Carmel Stabilization Group for olney Awards Soil Cement Work to Mt. Carmel Group ($689,081.50, Sep 2026) and TRUSTBANK for olney Approves Bank Financing for Main Street Project (Principal not to exceed $3,500,000.00, Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Olney's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Olney has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Olney buys from, taken from council records. 779 contracts with 410 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Olney.
Questions about City of Olney
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Olney?
City of Olney currently works with 410 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 35 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 Olney?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Olney include City of Olney — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Olney — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Olney — 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 Olney publish RFPs?
City of Olney publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 15 solicitations from City of Olney. 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 Olney?
At City of Olney, 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 Engineering, Mayor's Office, Administration, and Planning. 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 35 decision-makers at City of Olney.
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What does City of Olney spend the most on?
Based on 1,286 tracked contracts, City of Olney spends most on Capital Projects (696), Public Works (294), Grants (115), Public Safety (97), and Utilities (84). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, 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 Olney's current vendors?
City of Olney currently works with vendors including MT. CARMEL STABILIZATION GROUP, TRUSTBANK, FIRST NATIONAL BANK IN OLNEY, KIEFFER BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, KEMPER CPA GROUP, CITIZENS NATIONAL BANK OF ALBION, PUMP REPAIR SPECIALISTS INC, ARROW AMBULANCE, and EAGLESON AUTOMOTIVE CENTER INC. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, 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 Olney working on?
Based on 21 tracked meetings, City of Olney is actively discussing: City of Olney — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Olney — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Olney — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), City Council Meeting: Gun Range, Budget Amendments, Main Street Project, and City Council Approves Liquor License, Discusses Zoning, Tax Levy & More. 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 Olney have?
City of Olney currently has 15 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (696), Public Works (294), and Grants (115). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.