Dekalb County bids, RFPs and contracts
Sycamore, IllinoisPop. 101,835 · dekalbcounty.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 16, 2026
- 41 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 11
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Oct 28
- Contracts
- 1,385
- 476 vendors
The 30-second brief
11 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Dekalb County's meetings, most in information technology and insurance. The latest, from Sep 16: The Facilities & Technology Committee scheduled procurement of ADA, FOIA, and OMA software from CivicPlus for a cost not to exceed $68,101.60 with an initial 12-month term. The vendor was named, but the agenda shows the item was still awaiting the board decision. That makes this a near-term software purchase and implementation opportunity around public records and accessibility compliance.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Transportation.
1+ open RFP, the next due Oct 28. Latest awards: Dekalb Mechanical for HVAC Equipment Contract Proposed for DeKalb Mechanical ($54,919.00, Sep 2026) and Royalty Padding LLC for padded-Room Repair Agreement Proposed for Royalty Padding ($58,536.00, Sep 2026).
11 pre-RFPs tracked at Dekalb County. See all 11, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Dekalb County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Dekalb County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Dekalb County buys from, taken from council records. 1,385 contracts with 476 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Dekalb County.
Questions about Dekalb County
How do I become an approved vendor for Dekalb County?
Dekalb County currently works with 476 vendors across contract types including EQUIPMENT, FACILITIES, TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 64 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 Dekalb County?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Dekalb County include DeKalb County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and RFP: Farm Lease - 10 Acres Farmland, Gurler Road, DeKalb, IL, 2025-2027, 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 Dekalb County publish RFPs?
Dekalb County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 87 solicitations from Dekalb County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Transportation. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Dekalb County?
At Dekalb County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include County Board. 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 64 decision-makers at Dekalb County.
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What does Dekalb County spend the most on?
Based on 647 tracked contracts, Dekalb County spends most on Capital Projects (303), Public Works (117), Transportation (96), Public Health (67), and Grants (64). Contract types include EQUIPMENT, FACILITIES, TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Dekalb County's current vendors?
Dekalb County currently works with vendors including DEKALB MECHANICAL, ROYALTY PADDING LLC, CIVICPLUS, VEHICLE SERVICE GROUP LLC, and INTERNATIONAL UNION OF OPERATING ENGINEERS LOCAL 150 PUBLIC EMPLOYEES DIVISION. These vendors span contract types like EQUIPMENT, FACILITIES, TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, and MAINTENANCE. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Dekalb County working on?
Based on 2 tracked meetings, Dekalb County is actively discussing: DeKalb County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and RFP: Farm Lease - 10 Acres Farmland, Gurler Road, DeKalb, IL, 2025-2027. 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 Dekalb County have?
Dekalb County currently has 87 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (303), Public Works (117), and Transportation (96). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.