Elmwood Park CUSD 401 bids, RFPs and contracts
Elmwood Park, Illinois2,851 students · epcusd401.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 1, 2026
- 2 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 30
- Bids and RFPs
- 5
- None open now
- Contracts
- 9,288
- 2,699 vendors
The 30-second brief
30 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Elmwood Park CUSD 401's meetings, most in education & training and public safety. The latest, from Sep 1: Bond issue to fund potential fieldhouse construction and high school facility improvements.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Education & Training and Information Technology.
Latest awards: Midwest Mechanical Group Inc for district considers concrete repair contract proposal ($75,512.00 base proposal plus optional add alternate of $30,938.00 (total potential $106,450.00), Jul 2026) and Village of River Grove for district contracts River Grove for school police services ($60.00 per officer, per hour (August 1, 2026 - July 31, 2027); $65.00 per officer, per hour (August 1, 2027 - July 31, 2028), Jul 2026).
30 pre-RFPs tracked at Elmwood Park CUSD 401. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Elmwood Park CUSD 401's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Elmwood Park CUSD 401 has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Elmwood Park CUSD 401 buys from, taken from council records. 9,288 contracts with 2,699 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Elmwood Park CUSD 401.
Questions about Elmwood Park CUSD 401
How do I become an approved vendor for Elmwood Park CUSD 401?
Elmwood Park CUSD 401 currently works with 2,699 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, SUPPLIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 26 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 Elmwood Park CUSD 401?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Elmwood Park CUSD 401 include Elmwood Park CUSD 401 — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Elmwood Park CUSD 401 — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Elmwood Park Board Meeting: Levy, ONCC Agreement, Calendar Approval, 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 Elmwood Park CUSD 401 publish RFPs?
Elmwood Park CUSD 401 publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 5 solicitations from Elmwood Park CUSD 401. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Education & Training, Information Technology. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Elmwood Park CUSD 401?
At Elmwood Park CUSD 401, 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 Elmwood Park High School, and District. 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 26 decision-makers at Elmwood Park CUSD 401.
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What does Elmwood Park CUSD 401 spend the most on?
Based on 2,139 tracked contracts, Elmwood Park CUSD 401 spends most on Capital Projects (1,151), Education & Training (334), Information Technology (262), Administration & Finance (203), and Grants (189). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, SUPPLIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Elmwood Park CUSD 401's current vendors?
Elmwood Park CUSD 401 currently works with vendors including MIDWEST MECHANICAL GROUP INC, VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, DISTRICT-APPROVED VENDOR CATALOG, FACILITIES ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATE 33 CREDIT HOURS THROUGH TRITON COLLEGE, FACILITIES ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN APPLIED SCIENCE THROUGH TRITON COLLEGE, CREDIT UNION, PICKET FENCE LEARNING CENTER, AMERGIS, SUNBELT STAFFING, and RAPTOR TECHNOLOGIES. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, SUPPLIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Elmwood Park CUSD 401 working on?
Based on 20 tracked meetings, Elmwood Park CUSD 401 is actively discussing: Elmwood Park CUSD 401 — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Elmwood Park CUSD 401 — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Elmwood Park Board Meeting: Levy, ONCC Agreement, Calendar Approval, Elmwood Park Board of Education Meeting: Calendar, Grants, and Policy, and Elmwood Park CUSD #401 Board Meeting: Finances, Projects, Executive Session. 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 Elmwood Park CUSD 401 have?
Elmwood Park CUSD 401 currently has 5 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,151), Education & Training (334), and Information Technology (262). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.