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Mcdonough County bids, RFPs and contracts

Illinois
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 21, 2026
13 days ago
Pre-RFPs
24
5 in the last 30 days
Bids and RFPs
19
Contracts
610
249 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

24 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Mcdonough County's meetings, most in insurance and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 21: County Setting Fiscal Year 2027 Health Insurance Premiums.

Where the money goes

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

How they buy

Latest awards: SIKICH for mcDonough County Considers Sikich Audit Agreement (Oct 2026) and SYMETRA for mcDonough County Considers Symetra Reinsurance Renewal (Oct 2026).

24 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 21

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in Mcdonough County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Recent bids and RFPs

Solicitations Mcdonough County has posted. None are open right now.

Vendors and contracts

Who Mcdonough County buys from, taken from council records. 610 contracts with 249 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Mcdonough County.

Questions about Mcdonough County

How do I become an approved vendor for Mcdonough County?

Mcdonough County currently works with 249 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, OTHER, AUDITING, and FOOD_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 24 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 Mcdonough County?

Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Mcdonough County include McDonough County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), McDonough County Board Meeting: Approvals, Reports & Future Planning, and McDonough County Finance Committee to Discuss Software, Radio Purchase, 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 Mcdonough County publish RFPs?

Mcdonough County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 19 solicitations from Mcdonough County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at Mcdonough County?

At Mcdonough County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include McDonough County Board — Finance Committee, McDonough County Board, Administration, and Veterans Services. 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 24 decision-makers at Mcdonough County.

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What does Mcdonough County spend the most on?

Based on 2,182 tracked contracts, Mcdonough County spends most on Capital Projects (1,505), Public Works (390), Grants (156), Environmental Services (69), and Insurance (62). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, OTHER, AUDITING, and FOOD_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are Mcdonough County's current vendors?

Mcdonough County currently works with vendors including SIKICH, SYMETRA, MDH, YMCA, LIFEGUARD, ROAD & BRIDGE CLAIMS, and WEST CENTRAL FS INC. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, OTHER, AUDITING, and FOOD_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.

What projects is Mcdonough County working on?

Based on 22 tracked meetings, Mcdonough County is actively discussing: McDonough County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), McDonough County Board Meeting: Approvals, Reports & Future Planning, McDonough County Finance Committee to Discuss Software, Radio Purchase, McDonough County Board Meeting: Budget, Contracts, and Policy Approvals, and Elms/Building & Grounds Committee: Claims, HVAC Quotes, and Trailer Decision. 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 Mcdonough County have?

Mcdonough County currently has 19 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,505), Public Works (390), and Grants (156). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.

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