Illinois government bids, RFPs and contracts
- Open bids
- 93+
- 24 due this week
- Pre-RFPs
- 108
- 35 this month
- Agencies
- 13,896
- Projects
- 743
- In 48 counties
93+ bids are open in Illinois. Get the next ones earlier.
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Capital Projects, Infrastructure & Maintenance and Professional Services lead the 108 pre-RFPs Civic IQ has found in Illinois council minutes and budgets.
City of Chicago, Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago and City of Naperville city have the most open bids right now.
24 bids close this week. Next up: Village of Park Forest - DownTown Snow and Ice Removal Services RFP - 2026-2027, Park Forest village (pt.), due Nov 9, 2026.
Bids closing soon
93+ open across 64 agencies, soonest deadline first.
What Illinois agencies are planning
Upcoming projects, grants and hiring found in council minutes and budget hearings, before the solicitation.
Recent projects and awards in Illinois
Contract awards and project updates from public meetings, largest and newest first.
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COUNTIES BY ACTIVITY
48 countiesGovernment agencies in Illinois
13,896 agencies tracked, with procurement data, contacts and vendors.
Questions about Illinois
How do I find government contracts in Illinois?
There are 743 tracked government projects across 13,896 agencies in 48 Illinois counties. The most active procurement sectors include Infrastructure & Maintenance, Professional Services, and Capital Projects. Browse active RFPs, pre-RFPs from board meetings, vendor contracts, and decision-maker contacts, all in one place. Filter by county, sector, or agency to find the most relevant opportunities.
Which counties have the most procurement activity in Illinois?
The counties with the most government procurement activity in Illinois are: Cook County (167 projects), Kane County (74 projects), DuPage County (55 projects), Lake County (49 projects), and Will County (48 projects). These counties represent the highest concentration of contract awards, RFPs, and pre-RFPs in the state. You can drill into any county to see active projects, agency contacts, and competitive intelligence, focusing your business development on the highest-opportunity areas.
What types of agencies issue RFPs in Illinois?
Government agencies across Illinois that issue RFPs include Cities & Towns, County Governments, Government Agencies, Special Districts, Higher Education, and School Districts. With 13,896 agencies tracked across 48 counties, Illinois has a diverse procurement landscape. Each agency manages its own RFP process and vendor relationships independently.
How do I bid on Illinois government projects?
To bid on government projects in Illinois, start by registering as a vendor with the specific agency. Most agencies in IL publish formal RFPs on their websites and the state procurement portal. Right now, there are 743 tracked projects across Illinois. The key advantage is getting in early. Pre-RFPs from board meetings can surface 6–18 months before RFPs go live, giving you time to build relationships while projects are still being scoped.
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What sectors are most active in Illinois?
Based on tracked procurement activity, the most active sectors in Illinois are: Infrastructure & Maintenance (133 projects), Professional Services (86 projects), Capital Projects (67 projects), Equipment (65 projects), and Information Technology (62 projects). Across 24 active sectors statewide, Detailed breakdowns by sector, county, agency, and contract value help you target the highest-value opportunities and understand competitive dynamics across the state.
Who are the key decision-makers in Illinois?
Procurement decisions in Illinois are made by individual agency leaders such as city managers, county administrators, school superintendents, and department heads, across 13,896 agencies in 48 counties. Each agency has its own purchasing authority and approval process. Verified contact details for decision-makers across Illinois agencies help you reach the right person at the right time.
How active is procurement in Illinois right now?
Illinois is actively procuring. 743 new projects have been surfaced in the last 90 days across the state's 48 counties. The most active sectors recently include Infrastructure & Maintenance, Professional Services, and Capital Projects. This level of activity means new opportunities surface regularly. Real-time alerts ensure you never miss a window, whether it's a pre-RFP discussion at a school board meeting or a formal solicitation from a county government.