Town of Ela bids, RFPs and contracts
Lake Zurich, IllinoisPop. 46,385 · elatownship.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 14, 2026
- 20 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 55
- 5 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 3+
- Next due Nov 6
- Contracts
- 1,060
- 406 vendors
The 30-second brief
55 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Ela's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and public safety. The latest, from Oct 14: The board is scheduled to consider a proposal to repair the faulted water-ground wire connected to the generator at the Community Center. The item is listed as not to exceed $7,000. This is a small but concrete facilities repair decision tied to backup power reliability. The vote is set for the October 14, 2026 meeting.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Information Technology and Public Works.
3+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 6. Latest awards: Holiday Lights & Memories for ela Township Considers Holiday Lighting Contract ($2,250.00 per season, Oct 2026) and AMILIA for ela Township Considers Amilia Software Contract ($7,000.00 first-year cost, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Ela's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Town of Ela is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Ela buys from, taken from council records. 1,060 contracts with 406 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Ela.
Questions about Town of Ela
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Ela?
Town of Ela currently works with 406 vendors across contract types including FACILITIES, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 26 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 Ela?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Ela include Town of Ela — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Ela Township Board Considers Vehicle Purchase, Tax Levy & GIS Upgrade, and Ela Township Board Approves ADA Upgrades and Holiday Lighting 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 Town of Ela publish RFPs?
Town of Ela publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 11 solicitations from Town of Ela. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Information Technology, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Town of Ela?
At Town of Ela, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. 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 26 decision-makers at Town of Ela.
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What does Town of Ela spend the most on?
Based on 933 tracked contracts, Town of Ela spends most on Capital Projects (403), Information Technology (166), Public Works (141), Equipment (125), and Parks & Recreation (98). Contract types include FACILITIES, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Ela's current vendors?
Town of Ela currently works with vendors including HOLIDAY LIGHTS & MEMORIES, AMILIA, SIKICH, EXCAL TECH, BARRINGTON ELECTRIC, CHICAGOLAND PAVING CONTRACTORS INC, LONG GROVE FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, and BRADEN OFFICE EQUIPMENT. These vendors span contract types like FACILITIES, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, and CONSTRUCTION. 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 Ela working on?
Based on 9 tracked meetings, Town of Ela is actively discussing: Town of Ela — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Ela Township Board Considers Vehicle Purchase, Tax Levy & GIS Upgrade, Ela Township Board Approves ADA Upgrades and Holiday Lighting Project, Ela Township Board Meeting: Paving Plan, Chassis Purchase, and More, and Ela Township Special Board Meeting: 2025-2029 Board Training. 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 Town of Ela have?
Town of Ela currently has 11 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (403), Information Technology (166), and Public Works (141). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.