River Forest Park District
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19 buying signals are open at River Forest Park District. See all of them free.
- At its October 12, 2026 meeting, the board was recommended to buy a new Groundsmaster 7200 mower to replace a 2016 mower. Staff said the price was $26,783.02 after September promotion discounts of $12,930.16 and a $2,635.18 engine and road light kit upgrade. The board had been told about the purchase in mid-September and expected to act in October. The mower replacement signals a near-term equipment refresh and possible follow-on parts, service, or fleet planning.
- Park District Asphalt Path Replacement and Root Damage Remediation
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River Forest Park District: At its October 12, 2026 meeting, the board was recommended to buy a new Groundsmaster 7200 mower to replace a 2016 mower. Staff said the price was $26,783.02 after September promotion discounts of $12,930.16 and a $2,635.18 engine and road light kit upgrade. The board had been told about the purchase in mid-September and expected to act in October. The mower replacement signals a near-term equipment refresh and possible follow-on parts, service, or fleet planning.
At its October 12, 2026 meeting, the board was recommended to buy a new Groundsmaster 7200 mower to replace a 2016 mower. Staff said the price was $26,783.02 after September promotion discounts of $12,930.16 and a $2,635.18 engine and road light kit upgrade. The board had been told about the purchase in mid-September and expected to act in October. The mower replacement signals a near-term equipment refresh and possible follow-on parts, service, or fleet planning.
River Forest Park District: Park District Asphalt Path Replacement and Root Damage Remediation
River Forest Park District received a single $21,905 bid from Obsidian Asphalt Paving to remove and ...
River Forest Park District: At its October 12, 2026 special board meeting, the district reviewed the 10-01-26 capital projects budget. The update added Washington Commons Asphalt Path at $22,000, plus garbage cans and bike racks, and showed spend already posted for Constitution and Priory hardware, concrete, brick pavers, and a message board. The board was recommended to approve the updated budget. This is a funding map for future park work and related purchases.
Approved capital budget includes brick pavers, asphalt path, and park amenities.
River Forest Park District: New Park Master Plan to be Drafted in Spring 2027
The district will use recent community survey data to draft a new master/strategic plan in spring 20...
River Forest Park District: Park District Performing Railing Upgrades
A park district memo notes that staff is performing annual upgrades including 'painting railings' an...
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- How do I become an approved vendor for River Forest Park District?
- Start by reviewing River Forest Park District's procurement guidelines and vendor registration. As a special district in IL, they maintain an approved vendor list. There are 11 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 River Forest Park District?
- Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (138), Parks & Recreation (35), and Recreation & Community Services (14), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 River Forest Park District publish RFPs?
- River Forest Park District publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 9 solicitations from River Forest Park District. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Parks & Recreation, Recreation & Community Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
- Who makes purchasing decisions at River Forest Park District?
- At River Forest Park District, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include Rfparks.com, and Parks & Recreation. 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 11 decision-makers at River Forest Park District.
- What does River Forest Park District spend the most on?
- Based on 201 tracked contracts, River Forest Park District spends most on Capital Projects (138), Parks & Recreation (35), Recreation & Community Services (14), Public Works (9), and Professional Services (5). Contract types include OTHER, LICENSE, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and UTILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
- Who are River Forest Park District's current vendors?
- River Forest Park District currently works with vendors including CHICAGO EDGE, QUICKBOOKS, ILLINOIS FUNDS, BYLINE BANK, COMED, FOREST PARK NATIONAL BANK, RFYS, IPDLAF, and HINSDALE BANK & TRUST. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, LICENSE, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and UTILITIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
- How many active solicitations does River Forest Park District have?
- River Forest Park District currently has 9 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (138), Parks & Recreation (35), and Recreation & Community Services (14). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.
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