City of St. Charles City bids, RFPs and contracts
IllinoisPop. 585 · stcharlesil.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 14 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 112
- 19 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Nov 20
- Contracts
- 1,853
- 769 vendors
The 30-second brief
112 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of St. Charles City's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and environmental services. The latest, from Oct 20: Electric Utility Line Relocation for 7th Street Commons Development.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Recreation & Community Services.
1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 20. Latest awards: Planet Depos for planet Depos Provided Zoning Hearing Transcript Services (Oct 2026) and Cmr Painting Inc for city Considers CMR Painting Door Replacement Proposal ($35,800.00, Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of St. Charles City's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of St. Charles City is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of St. Charles City buys from, taken from council records. 1,853 contracts with 769 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of St. Charles City.
Questions about City of St. Charles City
How do I become an approved vendor for City of St. Charles City?
City of St. Charles City currently works with 769 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, FACILITIES, SUPPLIES, and CONSULTING. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 56 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 St. Charles City?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of St. Charles City include Fox River Fish and Dam Removal: DNR Presentation Highlights Opportunities, St. Charles Council: Business Awards, Liquor License, & ICE Concerns, and City Council Meeting: Debt Concerns, Local Vendor Support, Fest Success, 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 St. Charles City publish RFPs?
City of St. Charles City publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 206 solicitations from City of St. Charles City. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Recreation & Community Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of St. Charles City?
At City of St. Charles 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 Police, Public Works, Fire, Human Resources, and Building & Inspections. 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 56 decision-makers at City of St. Charles City.
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What does City of St. Charles City spend the most on?
Based on 711 tracked contracts, City of St. Charles City spends most on Capital Projects (362), Public Works (213), Recreation & Community Services (51), Public Safety (45), and Grants (40). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, FACILITIES, SUPPLIES, 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 St. Charles City's current vendors?
City of St. Charles City currently works with vendors including PLANET DEPOS, CMR PAINTING INC, 1519 CHARLES LLC, KLOA, KENIG, LINDGREN, O’HARA, ABOONA INC, PLANET DEPOS COURT REPORTING, MIDWEST SALT, HR GREEN, ECS, and GARTNER CONSULTING. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, FACILITIES, SUPPLIES, 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 St. Charles City working on?
Based on 15 tracked meetings, City of St. Charles City is actively discussing: Fox River Fish and Dam Removal: DNR Presentation Highlights Opportunities, St. Charles Council: Business Awards, Liquor License, & ICE Concerns, City Council Meeting: Debt Concerns, Local Vendor Support, Fest Success, St. Charles Plan Commission Approves Museum Expansion & Industrial Park, and St. Charles Council: Constitution Day, Pension Appoint., Rowhomes Vote. 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 St. Charles City have?
City of St. Charles City currently has 206 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (362), Public Works (213), and Recreation & Community Services (51). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.