Winnebago County bids, RFPs and contracts
Rockford, IllinoisPop. 283,674 · wincoil.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 22, 2026
- 7 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 216
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 106
- Contracts
- 3,258
- 1,068 vendors
The 30-second brief
216 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Winnebago County's meetings, most in public health and information technology. The latest, from Oct 22: At the October 22, 2026 meeting, the county approved replacing a Highway Maintainer who resigned on October 5, 2026. The justification says the role is budgeted and funded through motor fuel tax and county highway funds, and it supports pothole repair, mowing, striping, snow plowing, seal coating, and road maintenance. This is a personnel-driven buying trigger rather than a procurement, but it signals ongoing maintenance workload and staffing pressure in the Highway Department.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Safety.
Latest awards: Ingarra Pride LLC Dba Pride Jiu Jitsu Academy for county Plans $40,000 Loan to Pride Jiu Jitsu Academy ($40,000, Oct 2026) and Sjostrom & Sons Inc ($22,152, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Winnebago County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Winnebago County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Winnebago County buys from, taken from council records. 3,258 contracts with 1,068 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Winnebago County.
Questions about Winnebago County
How do I become an approved vendor for Winnebago County?
Winnebago County currently works with 1,068 vendors across contract types including FINANCIAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, and LEGAL. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 85 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 Winnebago County?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Winnebago County include Winnebago County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Winnebago County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Winnebago County Juvenile Justice Center Upper Roof Replacement IFB, 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 Winnebago County publish RFPs?
Winnebago County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 106 solicitations from Winnebago County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Safety. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Winnebago County?
At Winnebago County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Winnebago County Health Department — Center for Personal Health Services, Winnebago County Supervisor of Assessments Office, and Winnebago County Treasurer's Office. 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 85 decision-makers at Winnebago County.
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What does Winnebago County spend the most on?
Based on 2,461 tracked contracts, Winnebago County spends most on Capital Projects (1,138), Grants (397), Public Safety (395), Public Works (286), and Information Technology (245). Contract types include FINANCIAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, and LEGAL. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Winnebago County's current vendors?
Winnebago County currently works with vendors including INGARRA PRIDE LLC DBA PRIDE JIU JITSU ACADEMY, SJOSTROM & SONS INC, ROSECRANCE INC, MEEKS, TOMMY, STERLING COMMERCIAL ROOFING, and OFFICE OF THE STATE’S ATTORNEYS APPELLATE PROSECUTOR. These vendors span contract types like FINANCIAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSULTING, and LEGAL. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Winnebago County working on?
Based on 16 tracked meetings, Winnebago County is actively discussing: Winnebago County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Winnebago County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Winnebago County Juvenile Justice Center Upper Roof Replacement IFB, Winnebago County Approves Vehicle Purchases and Tech Contract, and Historic Skylight Replacement Addendum #2: Clarifications for Bidders. 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 Winnebago County have?
Winnebago County currently has 106 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,138), Grants (397), and Public Safety (395). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.