What procurement requirements does City of DeKalb publish for vendors?

For public right-of-way work City of DeKalb requires a completed Street Construction & Maintenance Registration Application and a $10,000 surety bond. The City Purchasing Manual outlines broader vendor compliance (insurance, bonding, licensing); vendors should review each solicitation for specific required forms and terms.

How does City of DeKalb approve procurement contracts and awards?

Department-initiated procurements are processed by the Finance Department/Purchasing; formal contract awards are adopted by the City Council (Mayor and seven ward aldermen) via resolutions at publicly noticed council meetings listed on the City calendar.

Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of DeKalb?

The City Purchasing Manual (adopted August 10, 2015) is City of DeKalb's primary procurement policy and is available from the City's document center. Finance also maintains Financial Policies and a Procurement Card Policy (Resolution 2023-012); the Municipal Code provides governing authority.

What supplier diversity or local vendor preference programs does City of DeKalb use?

City of DeKalb maintains a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program administered through the DeKalb-Sycamore Area Transportation Study (DSATS) via the Public Works Department; DBE participation goals apply to federally-assisted transportation contracting actions.

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Location:: Dekalb, IL
Country:: US

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Demolition and Cleanup of 148 North Third Street RFP
Posted
Oct 12, 2026
Closes
Nov 3, 2026
Work consist of demolition and site cleanup of an approx. 32,708 gross square foot commercial complex.
Vehicle Fuel (Request for Proposals)
Posted
Oct 6, 2026
Closes
Oct 22, 2026
Supply of vehicle fuel.
Sale of Three (3) Inoperable Public Transit Vehicles, Model Year 2017 RFP
Posted
Oct 6, 2026
Closes
Oct 16, 2026
Sale of three (3) inoperable public transit vehicles, model year 2017, sold to the highest bidder on an as is, where is basis. The lot includes three Ford E450 medium Duty's. The vehicles were removed from public transit service in 2026 and consist primarily of steel and fiberglass material.

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- Entity: City of DeKalb, IL. There is no evidence of a workable sole source pathway. Deprioritize and immediately pivot to cooperative purchasing to avoid triggering formal competitive processes. No sole source dollar threshold information provided.
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- City of DeKalb actively uses cooperative purchasing (e.g., Sourcewell, OMNIA Partners, and Illinois state contracts).
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City of DeKalb Contracts

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Honeywell International Inc. (US Digital Designs group) at City of DeKalb
Effective: Sep 20, 2025Expires: Expiration date locked.
This Service Agreement is made between Honeywell International Inc., through its US Digital Designs group, and the City of DeKalb Fire Department. The agreement provides Software maintenance and Hardware repair services for the Phoenix G2 Fire Station Alerting System Products. Services include technical phone support, remote access support, 24/7 emergency support for mission-critical failures, software updates, App licenses, and advance replacement of defective hardware. The initial term of the agreement begins on September 20, 2025, and continues for one year, with an option for four additional one-year renewals. Annual fees are calculated as 10% of the cumulative sales price of hardware, software, and other tangible goods provided.
Motorola Solutions at City of DeKalb
Effective: Jan 1, 2023Expires: Expiration date locked.
This document details the monthly rates for various STARCOM 21 communication services, categorized by user type, over a ten-year period from 2023 to 2033. The rates vary annually for categories such as Statewide, County, Local, Limited, Rural, Dual Radio, Discovery, Campus, Specialty Use, GPS, and VoLTE.
Axon Enterprise, Inc. at City of DeKalb
Effective: Jan 15, 2026Expires: Expiration date locked.
This document is a quote from Axon Enterprise, Inc. to Dekalb City Police Dept - IL for a 60-month program totaling $1,247,755.20. The program includes various hardware (TASER 10, Body Worn Cameras, Fleet 3 systems), software licenses (Evidence.com, Fusus, ALPR), and services, with annual payments from January 2026 to January 2030. The agreement also involves the termination of several existing contracts effective January 15, 2026, with this quote serving as a replacement for some hardware. The effective start date for the new services is January 15, 2026, and the effective end date is January 14, 2031.
Axon Enterprise, Inc. at City of DeKalb
Effective: Dec 10, 2020Expires: Expiration date locked.
This document outlines a 5-year agreement between Axon Enterprise, Inc. and Dekalb City Police Dept - IL for the provision of Axon body cameras, docks, various Evidence.com licenses (storage, basic access, auto tagging), tech assurance plans, and related services. The total cost for the entire 5-year period is $314,146.20, with payments broken down annually. The agreement was issued in December 2020.
Motorola Solutions, Inc. at City of DeKalb
Effective: Jun 23, 2023Expires: Expiration date locked.
Motorola Solutions and the State of Illinois, Department of Innovation and Technology (DOIT), have renewed a 10-year STARCOM21 contract, effective June 23, 2023. New monthly airtime rates for the first year, varying by user tier, will take effect on July 1, 2023. The contract includes established pricing for 10 years, continued statewide mission-critical communications, enhanced cybersecurity, a new rural rate, and discounts on various Motorola products and services. Further pricing details for subsequent years are available in an attached document.

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Decal City Council Regular Meeting
Date: Oct 12, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Council meeting included a proclamation recognizing Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Public participation featured comments concerning traffic safety near school zones and discussions regarding data center transparency. The Council passed resolutions approving a package liquor license for a convenience store, a full restaurant liquor license for a new dining establishment, and the purchase of a new police vehicle.
DeKalb Planning and Zoning Commission Planning And Zoning Meeting
Date: Oct 5, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The commission held a public hearing to review a petition by several property owners for the annexation and rezoning of approximately 1.5 acres of land located along Wedgewood Drive. The discussion centered on aligning the zoning of these parcels with the surrounding single-family residential district to facilitate property improvements. The commission ultimately voted to recommend approval of the annexation and the reclassification of the property from SFR1 to SFR2 zoning to the City Council.
City of DeKalb Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes
Date: Sep 8, 2026

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Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of DeKalb?

The Finance Department administers purchasing for City of DeKalb; individual departments initiate purchases while Finance/Purchasing handles processing and vendor payments. The City Council (Mayor and seven ward aldermen) provides governing approval and oversight for formal contract awards.

Where does City of DeKalb post bids and RFPs?

City of DeKalb posts official bids and RFPs on its Bid Postings portal (CivicEngage) at https://www.cityofdekalb.com/Bids.aspx. Vendors can view solicitations, download documents, and create a CivicEngage account to receive notifications of new opportunities.

How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of DeKalb?

Public right-of-way contractors must complete the City of DeKalb Contractor Registration (Street Construction & Maintenance Registration Application) and provide a $10,000 surety bond via the Contractor Registration page. Vendors can also create a CivicEngage account on the Bid Postings portal to receive bid notices.

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Honeywell International Inc. (US Digital Designs group) at City of DeKalb

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Axon Enterprise, Inc. at City of DeKalb

Axon Enterprise, Inc. at City of DeKalb

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Honeywell International Inc. (US Digital Designs group) at City of DeKalb

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Axon Enterprise, Inc. at City of DeKalb

Axon Enterprise, Inc. at City of DeKalb

Motorola Solutions, Inc. at City of DeKalb

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DeKalb Planning and Zoning Commission Planning And Zoning Meeting

City of DeKalb Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes

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