Elgin Community College bids, RFPs and contracts
Elgin, Illinois8,894 students · elgin.edu- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 22 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 32
- 5 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 16
- Contracts
- 785
- 472 vendors
The 30-second brief
32 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Elgin Community College's meetings, most in information technology and equipment. The latest, from Oct 13: At its October 13, 2026 meeting the board approved a one-year renewal of the college's customer relationship management (CRM) software from Carahsoft for $55,509.60. The CRM Recruitment and Admissions modules serve Student Services and the Adult Basic Education Center. This is an incumbent follow-on signal for CRM support, integration, and future renewal timing.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Information Technology and Grants.
Latest awards: Workforce Software for ECC Ratifies $192,000 eTime Software Contract (Not to exceed $96,000 annually; $192,000 total, Sep 2026) and Expert Lock & Safe Inc for ECC Authorizes $45,000 Building S Security Installation (Not to exceed $45,000, Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Elgin Community College's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Elgin Community College has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Elgin Community College buys from, taken from council records. 785 contracts with 472 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Elgin Community College.
Questions about Elgin Community College
How do I become an approved vendor for Elgin Community College?
Elgin Community College currently works with 472 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, FACILITIES, SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 17 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 Elgin Community College?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Elgin Community College include Elgin Community College — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Elgin Community College — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and ECC Board Meeting: Tax Levy, Dual Credit Expansion, Budget & Personnel, 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 Elgin Community College publish RFPs?
Elgin Community College publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 16 solicitations from Elgin Community College. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Information Technology, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Elgin Community College?
At Elgin Community College, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include Community and Government Relations, President's Office, Planning, Institutional Effectiveness & Technology, Center for Emergency Services / Emergency Services, and ECC Police Department. 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 17 decision-makers at Elgin Community College.
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What does Elgin Community College spend the most on?
Based on 644 tracked contracts, Elgin Community College spends most on Capital Projects (312), Information Technology (124), Grants (84), Education & Training (66), and Professional Services (58). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, FACILITIES, SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Elgin Community College's current vendors?
Elgin Community College currently works with vendors including WORKFORCE SOFTWARE, EXPERT LOCK & SAFE INC, SCHIELE GROUP, AXELLIANT LLC, ISOS TECHNOLOGY, BARR MECHANICAL SALES INC, STATLAB MEDICAL PRODUCTS, HAMILTON WINGS, DISTRICT 300, and CDW. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, FACILITIES, SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT, and OTHER. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Elgin Community College working on?
Based on 8 tracked meetings, Elgin Community College is actively discussing: Elgin Community College — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Elgin Community College — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), ECC Board Meeting: Tax Levy, Dual Credit Expansion, Budget & Personnel, ECC Board Meeting: Budget, Contracts, and Initiatives Approved (Oct 2025), and Elgin Community College Board Reorganization and Key Appointments. 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 Elgin Community College have?
Elgin Community College currently has 16 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (312), Information Technology (124), and Grants (84). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.