Lake County bids, RFPs and contracts
Waukegan, IllinoisPop. 719,339 · lakecountyil.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 21, 2026
- 6 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 255
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Nov 2
- Contracts
- 5,610
- 1,216 vendors
The 30-second brief
255 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Lake County's meetings, most in information technology and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 21: The committee scheduled Fiscal Year 2027 budget action for Stormwater Management, the Lake County Regional Stormwater Management Projects Fund, and the Stormwater Project Expense Match Fund. The document shows funding being lined up, but no individual project or contractor was named. This matters because it can signal future stormwater studies, design, and construction spending once the budget is set. The next decision point was the October 21, 2026 hearing.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 2. Latest awards: Waukegan Park District (Oct 2026) and Beach Park School District #3 for beach Park School Police Services Agreement Set for Approval ($127,138 estimated, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Lake County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Lake County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Lake County buys from, taken from council records. 5,610 contracts with 1,216 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Lake County.
Questions about Lake County
How do I become an approved vendor for Lake County?
Lake County currently works with 1,216 vendors across contract types including OTHER, STAFFING, TECHNOLOGY, SUPPLIES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 69 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 Lake County?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Lake County include Lake County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Lake County Board of Health Meeting: Approvals, Grants, & Initiatives, and Lake County HCDC Meeting: PY25 AAP Amendment & Funding Reallocations, 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 Lake County publish RFPs?
Lake County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 123 solicitations from Lake County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Lake County?
At Lake County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Finance Department — Purchasing Division, Lake County Emergency Management Agency, Lake County Forest Preserves, Community Development, Planning, Building and Development Department, and Finance. 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 69 decision-makers at Lake County.
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What does Lake County spend the most on?
Based on 4,292 tracked contracts, Lake County spends most on Capital Projects (1,769), Grants (1,231), Public Works (658), Environmental Services (330), and Transportation (304). Contract types include OTHER, STAFFING, TECHNOLOGY, SUPPLIES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Lake County's current vendors?
Lake County currently works with vendors including WAUKEGAN PARK DISTRICT, BEACH PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT #3, CONFERENCE TECHNOLOGIES INC, KIRSCHHOFFER TRUCK SERVICE INC, LAKE COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY (LCHA), WHISPERING OAKS ASSOCIATES LP, CAPITAL INDUSTRIAL COATINGS LLC, ARCHON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, EXP, and FGM ARCHITECTS. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, STAFFING, TECHNOLOGY, SUPPLIES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Lake County working on?
Based on 17 tracked meetings, Lake County is actively discussing: Lake County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Lake County Board of Health Meeting: Approvals, Grants, & Initiatives, Lake County HCDC Meeting: PY25 AAP Amendment & Funding Reallocations, Lake County Board of Health Meeting: Funding, Fees, Dates Addressed, and Lake County Board Approves Contracts, Grants, and Infrastructure Projects. 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 Lake County have?
Lake County currently has 123 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,769), Grants (1,231), and Public Works (658). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.