City of Plano bids, RFPs and contracts
Plano, IllinoisPop. 12,677 · cityofplanoil.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 26, 2026
- 8 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 101
- 13 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 15
- Contracts
- 917
- 434 vendors
The 30-second brief
101 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Plano's meetings, most in public works and information technology. The latest, from Oct 26: The council scheduled a resolution to approve and authorize a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Plano and the Metropolitan Alliance of Police for the clerical unit. The agenda did not include the agreement term or dollar value. The item was pending before the October 26, 2026 council meeting. Decision state: vote scheduled.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Safety.
Latest awards: Metropolitan Alliance of Police for plano Considers Clerical Unit Labor Agreement (Oct 2026) and Mgt Impact Solutions LLC for plano Considers City Administrator Recruitment Contract (Not to exceed $25,000.00, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Plano's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Plano has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Plano buys from, taken from council records. 917 contracts with 434 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Plano.
Questions about City of Plano
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Plano?
City of Plano currently works with 434 vendors across contract types including OTHER, STAFFING, UTILITIES, EQUIPMENT, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 69 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 Plano?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Plano include City of Plano — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Plano — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Plano — 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 Plano publish RFPs?
City of Plano publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 15 solicitations from City of Plano. 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 Plano?
At City of Plano, 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, Mayor's Office, City Attorney, and Public Works. 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 69 decision-makers at City of Plano.
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What does City of Plano spend the most on?
Based on 823 tracked contracts, City of Plano spends most on Capital Projects (370), Public Works (227), Public Safety (84), Environmental Services (75), and Grants (67). Contract types include OTHER, STAFFING, UTILITIES, EQUIPMENT, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Plano's current vendors?
City of Plano currently works with vendors including METROPOLITAN ALLIANCE OF POLICE, MGT IMPACT SOLUTIONS LLC, T-MOBILE, VOICE, PARKSON CORPORATION, HRGREEN INC, HAWKINS INC, IZZY'S JUMPERS CORP, RENNELS, MICHAEL, and ADC. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, STAFFING, UTILITIES, EQUIPMENT, and PROFESSIONAL_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 Plano working on?
Based on 22 tracked meetings, City of Plano is actively discussing: City of Plano — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Plano — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Plano — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Plano City Council Meeting: Budget, Contracts, Hires, Tax Levy Ordinance, and Plano City Council Approves Taser Purchase, Façade Grant, and School MOU. 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 Plano have?
City of Plano currently has 15 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (370), Public Works (227), and Public Safety (84). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.