East St Louis SD 189 bids, RFPs and contracts
East Saint Louis, Illinois4,679 students · estl189.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 16, 2026
- 48 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 22
- Bids and RFPs
- 29
- Contracts
- 18,319
- 4,803 vendors
The 30-second brief
22 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in East St Louis SD 189's meetings, most in grants and information technology. The latest, from Sep 16: General liability, property excess liability, workers compensation, auto and crime insurance renewals for September 30, 2026 through September 30, 2027.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Education & Training.
Latest awards: Voltus Inc for district signs distributed energy resource deal with Voltus ($45,000.00 per MW per year for Program periods 2026-27, 2027-28, and 2028-29; Energy Payments percentage as set forth in Exhibit 1; Voltus Technology fee $0 per Facility per month, Jul 2026) and Board of Trustees of the University of Illinois for university to deliver 4-H programs for District 189 (Not to exceed $9,999; Option A selected: fixed amount of $0, Jun 2026).
22 pre-RFPs tracked at East St Louis SD 189. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in East St Louis SD 189's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations East St Louis SD 189 has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who East St Louis SD 189 buys from, taken from council records. 18,319 contracts with 4,803 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at East St Louis SD 189.
Questions about East St Louis SD 189
How do I become an approved vendor for East St Louis SD 189?
East St Louis SD 189 currently works with 4,803 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, LEGAL, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 80 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 East St Louis SD 189?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at East St Louis SD 189 include East St Louis SD 189 — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), East St Louis SD 189 — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Financial Oversight Panel Meeting Summary: District No. 189 - 12/19/2025, 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 East St Louis SD 189 publish RFPs?
East St Louis SD 189 publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 29 solicitations from East St Louis SD 189. 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 East St Louis SD 189?
At East St Louis SD 189, 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 Siu-charter High School, Middle School, Student Services, East St. Louis Senior High School, and Elementary School. 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 80 decision-makers at East St Louis SD 189.
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What does East St Louis SD 189 spend the most on?
Based on 10,554 tracked contracts, East St Louis SD 189 spends most on Capital Projects (3,812), Grants (2,443), Education & Training (2,278), Professional Services (1,012), and Recreation & Community Services (1,009). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, LEGAL, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are East St Louis SD 189's current vendors?
East St Louis SD 189 currently works with vendors including VOLTUS INC, BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS, SOUTHWESTERN ILLINOIS COLLEGE, BECKER HOERNER & YSURSA PC, AMPLIFY DESMOS, EMT, COMMUNITY PERFORMANCE ENSEMBLE, ARMOUR TYRUS, and MONTGOMERY, TA'SHAYLA DBA LEGACY ROOTS DANCE ENSEMBLE. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, LEGAL, 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 East St Louis SD 189 working on?
Based on 25 tracked meetings, East St Louis SD 189 is actively discussing: East St Louis SD 189 — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), East St Louis SD 189 — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Financial Oversight Panel Meeting Summary: District No. 189 - 12/19/2025, East St. Louis School District 189 Board Meeting: Approvals & Updates, and East St. Louis School District 189 Curriculum Committee Meeting Highlights. 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 East St Louis SD 189 have?
East St Louis SD 189 currently has 29 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (3,812), Grants (2,443), and Education & Training (2,278). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.