Decatur SD 61 bids, RFPs and contracts
Decatur, Illinois7,974 students · dps61.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 28, 2026
- 5 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 65
- 8 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 10
- None open now
- Contracts
- 960
- 479 vendors
The 30-second brief
65 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Decatur SD 61's meetings, most in information technology and administration & finance. The latest, from Oct 28: Multilingual Enrollment and ESL Parent Communication Tools Needed.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Education & Training.
Latest awards: Aramark Services for aramark Services Manages CEP and Fee Eligibility (May 2026) and CISCO for board to Approve Cisco Communications Manager Upgrade (May 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Decatur SD 61's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Decatur SD 61 has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Decatur SD 61 buys from, taken from council records. 960 contracts with 479 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Decatur SD 61.
Questions about Decatur SD 61
How do I become an approved vendor for Decatur SD 61?
Decatur SD 61 currently works with 479 vendors across contract types including FOOD_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 31 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 Decatur SD 61?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Decatur SD 61 include Decatur SD 61 — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Decatur SD 61 — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Decatur Public Schools Board: Tax Levy Options, School Programs, Safety, 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 Decatur SD 61 publish RFPs?
Decatur SD 61 publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 10 solicitations from Decatur SD 61. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Education & Training. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Decatur SD 61?
At Decatur SD 61, purchasing decisions are overseen by the superintendent's office and school board, with department heads like the Director of Facilities, CTO, and Business Administrator. Key departments include Macon-piatt Special Education District, and Hope Academy. 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 31 decision-makers at Decatur SD 61.
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What does Decatur SD 61 spend the most on?
Based on 1,152 tracked contracts, Decatur SD 61 spends most on Capital Projects (735), Grants (160), Education & Training (96), Information Technology (90), and Recreation & Community Services (71). Contract types include FOOD_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Decatur SD 61's current vendors?
Decatur SD 61 currently works with vendors including ARAMARK SERVICES, CISCO, SUPEREVAL, MACON-PIATT REGIONAL OFFICE OF EDUCATION #39, HANDWRITING WITHOUT TEARS, and BLUESTREAK. These vendors span contract types like FOOD_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, and SUPPLIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Decatur SD 61 working on?
Based on 17 tracked meetings, Decatur SD 61 is actively discussing: Decatur SD 61 — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Decatur SD 61 — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Decatur Public Schools Board: Tax Levy Options, School Programs, Safety, Decatur Public School Board Meeting: Curriculum Changes & Tax Levy Discussion, and Board of Education Meeting: Sports Co-op, Franklin Grove, Calendar Planning. 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 Decatur SD 61 have?
Decatur SD 61 currently has 10 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (735), Grants (160), and Education & Training (96). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.