Cobden Village bids, RFPs and contracts
IllinoisPop. 1,024 · cobdenil.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 21, 2026
- 44 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 6
- Bids and RFPs
- 2
- None open now
- Contracts
- 337
- 167 vendors
The 30-second brief
6 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Cobden Village's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and public safety. The latest, from Sep 21: At its September 21, 2026 meeting the board approved Pay Estimate #2 and payment for the sanitary sewer replacement and lift station project. The work was tied to Skuta Construction, Inc. and included a $197,369.62 payment, plus a $8,830.25 Homer & Shifrin invoice for project services. This shows the project is underway and creates follow-on value around construction support, closeout, and change-order work.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Safety.
Latest awards: Kemper Cpa Group for cobden Approves Kemper CPA Financial Report Engagement (Oct 2026) and Homer & Shifrin for cobden Approves Homer Shifrin Sewer Engineering Invoice ($8,830.25, Sep 2026).
6 pre-RFPs tracked at Cobden Village. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Cobden Village's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Cobden Village has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Cobden Village buys from, taken from council records. 337 contracts with 167 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Cobden Village.
Questions about Cobden Village
How do I become an approved vendor for Cobden Village?
Cobden Village currently works with 167 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and INSURANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 1 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 Cobden Village?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (347), Public Works (219), and Public Safety (79), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 Cobden Village publish RFPs?
Cobden Village publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 2 solicitations from Cobden Village. 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 Cobden Village?
At Cobden Village, 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 1 decision-makers at Cobden Village.
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What does Cobden Village spend the most on?
Based on 734 tracked contracts, Cobden Village spends most on Capital Projects (347), Public Works (219), Public Safety (79), Grants (58), and Recreation & Community Services (31). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and INSURANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Cobden Village's current vendors?
Cobden Village currently works with vendors including KEMPER CPA GROUP, HOMER & SHIFRIN, SKUTA CONSTRUCTION INC, GLENWOOD EQUITIES, FUZZY’S, FARMERS STATE BANK, and BLUECROSS & BLUESHIELD. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and INSURANCE. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
How many active solicitations does Cobden Village have?
Cobden Village currently has 2 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (347), Public Works (219), and Public Safety (79). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.