The City of Rolling Meadows is soliciting sealed bids to replace overhead doors and openers at the Public Works facility. The solicitation was published on April 16, 2026, and is currently listed as an active procurement for construction and repair goods. The bid status is 'Open Until Contracted,' indicating there is no fixed closing date at this time.
Buyer Attributes
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Census ID
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162263
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
170
Population
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23,690
Procurement Hell Score
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58 / 100
Propensity to Spend
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AI Adoption Score
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ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
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Sole Source:If sale is less than $10,000, use sole source.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Access:You can get onboarded to the recommended cooperative path by reaching out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
Usage:The city uses joint purchasing and is a confirmed Sourcewell participating agency (Acct #19824).
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Rolling Meadows
City Council Meeting Minutes
Date: Sep 8, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Council adopted several ordinances, including those granting special uses for an auto repair facility and a conference center addition, as well as amendments to zoning regulations concerning fences and annexation land. An ordinance regarding accessory dwelling unit standards was amended to include parking requirements and moved forward. The Council approved the payment of bills and adopted resolutions authorizing a joint funding agreement for roadway improvements and the notice of award for a tank painting project. Additionally, the Council addressed public comments regarding privacy concerns and discussed upcoming community events and city surveys.
Committee Of The Whole Minutes
Date: Sep 15, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee reviewed updates regarding the redevelopment plans for the Park District's Icenogle Property, including zoning and public benefit strategies. Discussions also covered a proposed public art program to be funded through the capital improvement budget, with potential installations targeted for the Kirchoff Road Corridor and Kimball Hill Park. Additionally, the committee addressed proposals for a city-wide wayfinding program, highway-scale monument signage along Route 53, and street-scale gateway monument signage.
City Council of Rolling Meadows Meeting Minutes
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Rolling Meadows.
Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Rolling Meadows?
City of Rolling Meadows uses a council-manager government; purchasing authority is layered: Department Heads initiate purchases, the Finance Director reviews requisitions, the City Manager authorizes mid-tier and emergency purchases, and the City Council approves contracts and waivers at $25,000 or more.
Where does City of Rolling Meadows post bids and RFPs?
City of Rolling Meadows posts official bids and RFPs on its CivicEngage portal at https://www.cityrm.org/Bids.aspx. Postings are organized as City Bids & Contracts, City RFPs, and City RFQs; vendors can subscribe to 'Notify Me' email or text alerts and view historical postings.
Does City of Rolling Meadows use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
City of Rolling Meadows authorizes cooperative purchasing under Illinois law and may participate in State procurement vehicles; cooperative purchases require Finance Director review for fair pricing, City Manager approval, and City Council approval for any single cooperative purchase over $25,000.
Date: Sep 22, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The City Council reviewed and voted on several ordinances, including those concerning accessory dwelling units, setback variations, solid waste collection services, employee compensation plans, and liquor license increases. The Council adopted multiple resolutions, covering construction management for the Human Services Facility, a fiber license agreement, solid waste consulting services, and a property tax incentive. Additionally, the Council received a presentation on the proposed FY2027 Budget and 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan, confirmed an appointment to the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners, and received updates regarding upcoming city events and recognitions. The meeting concluded with a closed session regarding personnel and property matters.
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What procurement requirements does City of Rolling Meadows publish for vendors?
City of Rolling Meadows requires vendors to submit Bidder’s Certification forms covering non-collusion, tax compliance, and sexual-harassment policy compliance. Construction and public-works solicitations require insurance certificates and bid or performance bonds where required or unless waived by City Council.
How does City of Rolling Meadows approve procurement contracts and awards?
City of Rolling Meadows uses tiered approval thresholds: under $5,001 requires Supervisor and Department Head; $5,001–$10,000 adds the Finance Director; $10,001–$24,999 adds the City Manager; and $25,000 and above requires City Council approval. Contracts must be signed by authorized City and vendor representatives.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Rolling Meadows?
Vendors can find procurement policies and standard terms in the City of Rolling Meadows Purchasing Manual (Ordinance 00-30) at https://www.cityrm.org/DocumentCenter/View/3464/Purchasing-Manual; the manual documents approval thresholds, vendor requirements, and contract rules, and the City Code is available on Municode for statutory references.