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Town of Bowling bids, RFPs and contracts

Illinois
Latest pre-RFP
Mar 24, 2025
19 months ago
Pre-RFPs
1
Contracts
2,745
1,194 vendors
Decision makers
2

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What they're planning

1 pre-RFP (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Bowling's meetings, most in information technology. The latest, from Mar 24: ERP Implementation Currently Underway.

Where the money goes

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

How they buy

Latest awards: Bragg, Ida for city-owned parcel sale to Ida B. Bragg ($1.00 (purchaser also pays all closing costs), May 2026) and Langman Construction Inc for langman Construction Inc. bids on sewer relocation project ($228,613.95, Feb 2026).

Latest pre-RFP Mar 24

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Bowling's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Vendors and contracts

Who Town of Bowling buys from, taken from council records. 2,745 contracts with 1,194 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Bowling.

Questions about Town of Bowling

How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Bowling?

Town of Bowling currently works with 1,194 vendors across contract types including Real Estate Sale, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and TRANSPORTATION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 2 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 Town of Bowling?

Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Bowling include Rock Island 2026 Towing Service Price Comparison: Quad City vs. Kendall, Rock Island Approves $109K ARPA Funding Increase, Deadline Extension, and CDBG Funding 2025 Survey: Davenport, Moline, & Rock Island Priorities, 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 Town of Bowling publish RFPs?

Town of Bowling publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at Town of Bowling?

At Town of Bowling, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. Key departments include Streets & Roads. 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 2 decision-makers at Town of Bowling.

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What does Town of Bowling spend the most on?

Based on 1,298 tracked contracts, Town of Bowling spends most on Capital Projects (787), Public Works (229), Grants (152), Recreation & Community Services (69), and Information Technology (61). Contract types include Real Estate Sale, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and TRANSPORTATION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are Town of Bowling's current vendors?

Town of Bowling currently works with vendors including CITY OF ROCK ISLAND, BRAGG, IDA, LANGMAN CONSTRUCTION INC, JC DILLON INC, MCCARTHY IMPROVEMENT COMPANY, MCCLINTOCK TRUCKING & EXCAVATING, VALLEY CONSTRUCTION CO, CENTRAL EXCAVATING INC, QUAD CITY TOWING, and KENDALL TOWING. These vendors span contract types like Real Estate Sale, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and TRANSPORTATION. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.

What projects is Town of Bowling working on?

Based on 8 tracked meetings, Town of Bowling is actively discussing: Rock Island 2026 Towing Service Price Comparison: Quad City vs. Kendall, Rock Island Approves $109K ARPA Funding Increase, Deadline Extension, CDBG Funding 2025 Survey: Davenport, Moline, & Rock Island Priorities, Rock Island Engages PGAV for Northwest Industrial TIF Project Analysis, and Rock Island City Council Meeting: Financials, Contracts, & TIF Discussion. 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.

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