Forest Preserves of Winnebago County bids, RFPs and contracts
Rockford, Illinoiswinnebagoforest.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 21, 2026
- 16 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 5
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 189
- 115 vendors
The 30-second brief
5 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Forest Preserves of Winnebago County's meetings, most in capital projects and parks & recreation. The latest, from Oct 21: At its October 21, 2026 meeting, the Board accepted the donation of the Spray Pad and Critter Creek features and associated improvements from Klehm Arboretum and Botanic Garden Inc. The improvements included demolition and construction, plumbing, electrical, hardscape, plant material, and all engineering and design work, with a stated value of $341,804.15. The resolution also said Klehm would continue routine maintenance of the features. Accepted October 21, 2026.
Administration & Finance leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Capital Projects and County Taxes.
Latest awards: Rock Valley Alarm for rock Valley Alarm Services Macktown Historic District (Oct 2026) and Schmeling Construction Company for natural Resources Facility Contract Awarded to Schmeling ($2,511,000.00, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Forest Preserves of Winnebago County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Forest Preserves of Winnebago County buys from, taken from council records. 189 contracts with 115 vendors.
Questions about Forest Preserves of Winnebago County
How do I become an approved vendor for Forest Preserves of Winnebago County?
Forest Preserves of Winnebago County currently works with 115 vendors across contract types including MAINTENANCE, CONSTRUCTION, TECHNOLOGY, UTILITIES, and FOOD_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with Forest Preserves of Winnebago County?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Administration & Finance (8), Capital Projects (8), and County Taxes (4), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 Forest Preserves of Winnebago County publish RFPs?
Forest Preserves of Winnebago County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Forest Preserves of Winnebago County?
At Forest Preserves of Winnebago County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call.
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What does Forest Preserves of Winnebago County spend the most on?
Based on 23 tracked contracts, Forest Preserves of Winnebago County spends most on Administration & Finance (8), Capital Projects (8), County Taxes (4), Grants (2), and Equipment (1). Contract types include MAINTENANCE, CONSTRUCTION, TECHNOLOGY, UTILITIES, and FOOD_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Forest Preserves of Winnebago County's current vendors?
Forest Preserves of Winnebago County currently works with vendors including ROCK VALLEY ALARM, SCHMELING CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, HEARTLAND BUSINESS SYSTEMS, NICOR, GFS, MIDWEST ARCHAEOLOGICAL, WCSWCD, COMED, and BLAKEMORE. These vendors span contract types like MAINTENANCE, CONSTRUCTION, TECHNOLOGY, UTILITIES, and FOOD_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.