Mchenry County bids, RFPs and contracts
- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 16, 2026
- 9 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 162
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Nov 16
- Contracts
- 424
- 282 vendors
The 30-second brief
162 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Mchenry County's meetings, most in capital projects and information technology. The latest, from Oct 16: County IT Expansion to Support Jail Camera Upgrades.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Environmental Services and Transportation.
1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 16. Latest awards: Harley Davidson for bid Released for 2026 Harley Davidson Police Motorcycles (Jan 2026) and ESCRIBE (Dec 2025).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Mchenry County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Mchenry County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Mchenry County buys from, taken from council records. 424 contracts with 282 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Mchenry County.
Questions about Mchenry County
How do I become an approved vendor for Mchenry County?
Mchenry County currently works with 282 vendors across contract types including EQUIPMENT, and Service. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 68 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 Mchenry County?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Mchenry County include McHenry County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), McHenry County Solid Waste & Recycling Collection Contract Opportunity, and Ciorba Group Selected for West Solon Road Bridge Reconstruction Project, 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 Mchenry County publish RFPs?
Mchenry County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 172 solicitations from Mchenry County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Environmental Services, Transportation. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Mchenry County?
At Mchenry County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Clerk of Courts, Auditor, Emergency Communications, Administration, and Circuit Clerk. 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 68 decision-makers at Mchenry County.
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What does Mchenry County spend the most on?
Based on 1,200 tracked contracts, Mchenry County spends most on Capital Projects (554), Environmental Services (179), Transportation (169), Public Works (161), and Grants (137). Contract types include EQUIPMENT, and Service. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Mchenry County's current vendors?
Mchenry County currently works with vendors including HARLEY DAVIDSON, ESCRIBE, MCHENRY COUNTY, CHRISTOPHER B. BURKE ENGINEERING LTD., K&K SYSTEMS INC, ARAMSCO INC, BARRICADE LITES INC, ROAD RUNNER SAFETY SERVICES INC, and TECH NETWORK SUPPLY LLC. These vendors span contract types like EQUIPMENT, and Service. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Mchenry County working on?
Based on 27 tracked meetings, Mchenry County is actively discussing: McHenry County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), McHenry County Solid Waste & Recycling Collection Contract Opportunity, Ciorba Group Selected for West Solon Road Bridge Reconstruction Project, RFP Addendum: E-Waste Reselling & Recycling Services Analysis, and McHenry County Seeks Bids for Harley-Davidson Police Motorcycle (2026). 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 Mchenry County have?
Mchenry County currently has 172 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (554), Environmental Services (179), and Transportation (169). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.