Highland CUSD 5 bids, RFPs and contracts
Highland, Illinois2,796 students · highlandcusd5.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Jun 22, 2026
- 5 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 7
- Bids and RFPs
- 1
- None open now
- Contracts
- 271
- 149 vendors
The 30-second brief
7 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Highland CUSD 5's meetings, most in information technology and capital projects. The latest, from Jun 22: School District Budgets Over $3.3M for FY26 Capital Projects.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Education & Training.
Latest awards: GELLY for gelly Awarded Pavilion Repair At Tennis Courts ($23,500, Jun 2026) and Highland Area Community Foundation for board Authorizes Faculty To Apply For HACF Grants (Jun 2026).
7 pre-RFPs tracked at Highland CUSD 5. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Highland CUSD 5's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Highland CUSD 5 has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Highland CUSD 5 buys from, taken from council records. 271 contracts with 149 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Highland CUSD 5.
Questions about Highland CUSD 5
How do I become an approved vendor for Highland CUSD 5?
Highland CUSD 5 currently works with 149 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 58 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 Highland CUSD 5?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Highland CUSD 5 include Highland CUSD 5 — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Highland CUSD No. 5 Board Meeting: Tax Levy, Safety Study, Principal Contract, 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 Highland CUSD 5 publish RFPs?
Highland CUSD 5 publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 1 solicitations from Highland CUSD 5. 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 Highland CUSD 5?
At Highland CUSD 5, 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 Middle School, Administration, Art, Food Service, and Special Education. 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 58 decision-makers at Highland CUSD 5.
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What does Highland CUSD 5 spend the most on?
Based on 342 tracked contracts, Highland CUSD 5 spends most on Capital Projects (232), Grants (37), Education & Training (26), Information Technology (24), and Administration & Finance (23). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Highland CUSD 5's current vendors?
Highland CUSD 5 currently works with vendors including GELLY, HIGHLAND AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, MUSCO, BYRN & JONES, POPLAR JUNCTION, MISSOURI FLOOR COMPANY, NEKOLA, MARI, SOUTH MACOUPIN ASSOCIATION FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION, and KORTE. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, 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 Highland CUSD 5 working on?
Based on 2 tracked meetings, Highland CUSD 5 is actively discussing: Highland CUSD 5 — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Highland CUSD No. 5 Board Meeting: Tax Levy, Safety Study, Principal Contract. 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 Highland CUSD 5 have?
Highland CUSD 5 currently has 1 active solicitation. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (232), Grants (37), and Education & Training (26). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.