Waukegan Port District bids, RFPs and contracts
- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 16, 2026
- 48 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 28
- Bids and RFPs
- 6
- None open now
- Contracts
- 780
- 263 vendors
The 30-second brief
28 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Waukegan Port District's meetings, most in capital projects and administration & finance. The latest, from Sep 16: Airport Taxiway Rehabilitation in Construction.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Environmental Services and Professional Services.
Latest awards: Bassett Mechanical for port District Approves Bassett Mechanical Agreement (Oct 2026) and Uline Inc for port District Approves Uline Airport License Agreement (Oct 2026).
28 pre-RFPs tracked at Waukegan Port District. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Waukegan Port District's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Waukegan Port District has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Waukegan Port District buys from, taken from council records. 780 contracts with 263 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Waukegan Port District.
Questions about Waukegan Port District
How do I become an approved vendor for Waukegan Port District?
Waukegan Port District currently works with 263 vendors across contract types including MAINTENANCE, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, and MANAGEMENT. 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 Waukegan Port District?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (1,008), Environmental Services (116), and Professional Services (93), 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 Waukegan Port District publish RFPs?
Waukegan Port District publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 6 solicitations from Waukegan Port District. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Environmental Services, Professional Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Waukegan Port District?
At Waukegan Port District, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. 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 Waukegan Port District.
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What does Waukegan Port District spend the most on?
Based on 1,341 tracked contracts, Waukegan Port District spends most on Capital Projects (1,008), Environmental Services (116), Professional Services (93), Public Works (69), and Insurance (55). Contract types include MAINTENANCE, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, and MANAGEMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Waukegan Port District's current vendors?
Waukegan Port District currently works with vendors including BASSETT MECHANICAL, ULINE INC, CMT, GSE INTERNATIONAL, MC CULLOUGH IMPLEMENT COMPANY, GSAFLEET.GOV, AERO SPECIALTIES, F|3 AVIATION, and ILLINOIS PUBLIC RISK FUND. These vendors span contract types like MAINTENANCE, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, and MANAGEMENT. 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 Waukegan Port District have?
Waukegan Port District currently has 6 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,008), Environmental Services (116), and Professional Services (93). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.