Town of Waukegan bids, RFPs and contracts
WAUKEGAN, IllinoisPop. 89,045 · waukegantownship.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Aug 18, 2026
- 3 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 9
- Bids and RFPs
- 379
- Contracts
- 351
- 187 vendors
The 30-second brief
9 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Waukegan's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and capital projects. The latest, from Aug 18: Increase personnel or contract for tree maintenance services in the forestry department.
Infrastructure & Maintenance leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Safety and Public Works.
Latest awards: MAGNEGRIP ($204,860.00, Dec 2025) and Patrick Engineering ($1,279,793.00, Dec 2025).
9 pre-RFPs tracked at Town of Waukegan. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Waukegan's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Town of Waukegan has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Waukegan buys from, taken from council records. 351 contracts with 187 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Waukegan.
Questions about Town of Waukegan
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Waukegan?
Town of Waukegan currently works with 187 vendors across contract types including Product, Service, Construction, Lease Agreement, and Employee Leasing. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 208 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 Waukegan?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Waukegan include Waukegan Development Committee Reviews UDO Amendments & Casino Site Plan, Waukegan, IL Seeks Bids: Street Light Controller Procurement (PW2025-20), and Waukegan City Council Meeting: Infrastructure, Contracts, and Approvals, 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 Waukegan publish RFPs?
Town of Waukegan publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 379 solicitations from Town of Waukegan. The most active RFP sectors are Infrastructure & Maintenance, Public Safety, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Town of Waukegan?
At Town of Waukegan, 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 Police, Fire, and Administration. 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 208 decision-makers at Town of Waukegan.
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What does Town of Waukegan spend the most on?
Based on 36 tracked contracts, Town of Waukegan spends most on Infrastructure & Maintenance (9), Public Safety (8), Public Works (8), Professional Services (6), and Environmental Services (5). Contract types include Product, Service, Construction, Lease Agreement, and Employee Leasing. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Waukegan's current vendors?
Town of Waukegan currently works with vendors including MAGNEGRIP, PATRICK ENGINEERING, CYBERNETICS, TCD CONCRETE WORKS, HAVEY COMMUNICATIONS, INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS, WAUKEGAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, GOVTEMPUSA, WAUKEGAN, and WAUKEGAN BUSINESS ASSOCIATION. These vendors span contract types like Product, Service, Construction, Lease Agreement, and Employee Leasing. 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 Waukegan working on?
Based on 23 tracked meetings, Town of Waukegan is actively discussing: Waukegan Development Committee Reviews UDO Amendments & Casino Site Plan, Waukegan, IL Seeks Bids: Street Light Controller Procurement (PW2025-20), Waukegan City Council Meeting: Infrastructure, Contracts, and Approvals, Waukegan City Council Approves Sidewalk Improvements, Vendor Payments & More, and Waukegan City Council Approves Payments and Discusses Zoning Matters. 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 Waukegan have?
Town of Waukegan currently has 379 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Infrastructure & Maintenance (9), Public Safety (8), and Public Works (8). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.