Oak Park ESD 97 bids, RFPs and contracts
Oak Park, Illinois5,546 students · op97.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 8, 2026
- 56 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 22
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Nov 20
- Contracts
- 364
- 238 vendors
The 30-second brief
22 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Oak Park ESD 97's meetings, most in recreation & community services and capital projects. The latest, from Sep 8: District Facing Scrutiny Over Reduced PE Time.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Recreation & Community Services and Grants.
1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 20. Latest awards: Village of Oak Park for district 97 Approves Vehicle Maintenance Agreement (Sep 2026) and District 200 (Aug 2026).
22 pre-RFPs tracked at Oak Park ESD 97. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Oak Park ESD 97's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Oak Park ESD 97 is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Oak Park ESD 97 buys from, taken from council records. 364 contracts with 238 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Oak Park ESD 97.
Questions about Oak Park ESD 97
How do I become an approved vendor for Oak Park ESD 97?
Oak Park ESD 97 currently works with 238 vendors across contract types including MAINTENANCE, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, and SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 57 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 Oak Park ESD 97?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Oak Park ESD 97 include Oak Park ESD 97 — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), D97 Board Discusses Superintendent Search Feedback & Facilities Project, and Oak Park D97: Superintendent Search Strategy & Fiscal Planning Discussed, 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 Oak Park ESD 97 publish RFPs?
Oak Park ESD 97 publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 19 solicitations from Oak Park ESD 97. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Recreation & Community Services, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Oak Park ESD 97?
At Oak Park ESD 97, purchasing decisions are overseen by the superintendent's office and school board, with department heads like the Director of Facilities, CTO, and Business Administrator. 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 57 decision-makers at Oak Park ESD 97.
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What does Oak Park ESD 97 spend the most on?
Based on 1,641 tracked contracts, Oak Park ESD 97 spends most on Capital Projects (1,093), Recreation & Community Services (208), Grants (173), Administration & Finance (92), and Information Technology (75). Contract types include MAINTENANCE, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, and SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Oak Park ESD 97's current vendors?
Oak Park ESD 97 currently works with vendors including VILLAGE OF OAK PARK, DISTRICT 200, BAKER TILLY, COLLABORATION FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD, CANON, CLOSEUP FOUNDATION, and ANDY FRAIN SERVICES INC. These vendors span contract types like MAINTENANCE, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, and SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Oak Park ESD 97 working on?
Based on 17 tracked meetings, Oak Park ESD 97 is actively discussing: Oak Park ESD 97 — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), D97 Board Discusses Superintendent Search Feedback & Facilities Project, Oak Park D97: Superintendent Search Strategy & Fiscal Planning Discussed, D97 Board Discusses Tax Warrants, Summer Programs, School Calendar Options, and District 97 Focus: Shaping Future-Ready Graduates & Business Opportunities. 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 Oak Park ESD 97 have?
Oak Park ESD 97 currently has 19 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,093), Recreation & Community Services (208), and Grants (173). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.