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Forrest Village bids, RFPs and contracts

Forrest Village logoIllinois
Latest contract
Sep 8, 2025
14 months ago
Contracts
64
40 vendors
Decision makers
4
Population
1,015

The 30-second brief

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.

How they buy

Latest awards: Christopher B. Burke Engineering Ltd. for water Atlas Survey ($51,000.00, Sep 2025) and Thomson Reuters Corporation for thomson Reuters Clear Subscription (Sep 2025).

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Vendors and contracts

Who Forrest Village buys from, taken from council records. 64 contracts with 40 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Forrest Village.

Questions about Forrest Village

How do I become an approved vendor for Forrest Village?

Forrest Village currently works with 40 vendors across contract types including Professional Engineering Service, Professional Engineering Services, Subscription Renewal, Digital Phone Services, and Construction. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 4 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 Forrest Village?

Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Forrest Village include Forest Park Council Meeting: Fees, Contracts, New Dev. Initiatives, & More, Forest Park Council Meeting: Budget Concerns, Infrastructure, Appointments, and Forest Park Council Meeting: Alley Project, Fire Station, Tree Grant Approved, 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 Forrest Village publish RFPs?

Forrest Village 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 Forrest Village?

At Forrest Village, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. Key departments include Fire Department, Police Department, Public Works, and Village Government / Office of the Village President. 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 4 decision-makers at Forrest Village.

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What does Forrest Village spend the most on?

Based on 194 tracked contracts, Forrest Village spends most on Capital Projects (77), Public Works (63), Grants (29), Recreation & Community Services (14), and Public Safety (11). Contract types include Professional Engineering Service, Professional Engineering Services, Subscription Renewal, Digital Phone Services, and Construction. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are Forrest Village's current vendors?

Forrest Village currently works with vendors including CHRISTOPHER B. BURKE ENGINEERING LTD., THOMSON REUTERS CORPORATION, AT&T INC., BOLDER CONTRACTORS, TELECOM INNOVATIONS GROUP, PROVISO LEYDEN COUNCIL, LPS PAVEMENT, PASSPORT PARKING, and JOEL KENNEDY. These vendors span contract types like Professional Engineering Service, Professional Engineering Services, Subscription Renewal, Digital Phone Services, and Construction. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.

What projects is Forrest Village working on?

Based on 12 tracked meetings, Forrest Village is actively discussing: Forest Park Council Meeting: Fees, Contracts, New Dev. Initiatives, & More, Forest Park Council Meeting: Budget Concerns, Infrastructure, Appointments, Forest Park Council Meeting: Alley Project, Fire Station, Tree Grant Approved, Village of Forest Park Council Meeting Summary, and Village of Forest Park Council Meeting Summary. 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.

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