Town of Elk bids, RFPs and contracts
IllinoisPop. 1,721 · townofelk.com- Latest contract
- Jan 1, 2026
- 10 months ago
- Bids and RFPs
- 22
- Contracts
- 1,537
- 513 vendors
- Decision makers
- 1
The 30-second brief
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: Assured Partners (Jan 2026) and CENTERSTONE for centerstone seeks level FY26 funding from board ($215,000, Jan 2026).
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Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Town of Elk has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Elk buys from, taken from council records. 1,537 contracts with 513 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Elk.
Questions about Town of Elk
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Elk?
Town of Elk currently works with 513 vendors across contract types including Risk Management, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 1 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 Elk?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Elk include Jackson County Seeks Audit Proposals for FY2025-FY2027 Financial Services, AssuredPartners: Workers' Compensation Risk Management Action Plan, and 708 Mental Health Board Reviews Agency FY26 Budget Requests & Allocations, 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 Elk publish RFPs?
Town of Elk publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 22 solicitations from Town of Elk. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Town of Elk?
At Town of Elk, 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 1 decision-makers at Town of Elk.
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What does Town of Elk spend the most on?
Based on 478 tracked contracts, Town of Elk spends most on Capital Projects (254), Grants (80), Environmental Services (61), County Taxes (42), and Information Technology (41). Contract types include Risk Management, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Elk's current vendors?
Town of Elk currently works with vendors including ASSURED PARTNERS, CENTERSTONE, SHAWNEE HEALTH CENTER, GOOD SAMARITAN, CARBONDALE UNITED, EVALUATION & DEVELOPMENT CENTER (EDC) SIU, S.T.A.R.T., CARBONDALE WARMING CENTER, SOUTHERN ILLINOIS COALITION FOR THE HOMELSS, and EMPOWERMENT CENTER OF SOUTHERN ILLINOIS. These vendors span contract types like Risk Management, and OTHER. 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 Elk working on?
Based on 6 tracked meetings, Town of Elk is actively discussing: Jackson County Seeks Audit Proposals for FY2025-FY2027 Financial Services, AssuredPartners: Workers' Compensation Risk Management Action Plan, 708 Mental Health Board Reviews Agency FY26 Budget Requests & Allocations, Jackson County Financial Review: Revenue, Expenditures, ARPA Allocations, and Legislative & Public Safety Committee Meeting: Ambulance Chassis & Finance. 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 Elk have?
Town of Elk currently has 22 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (254), Grants (80), and Environmental Services (61). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.