The City of Berwyn is seeking proposals for municipal pool feasibility, design, and cost services related to replacement, expansion, or redevelopment of its outdoor municipal pool facility. The contractual procurement includes feasibility analysis, conceptual planning, cost estimating, and related consulting services, and is not a grant program. Sealed proposals are due and will be publicly opened at 10:00 a.m. CST on September 15, 2026.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
207777
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
421
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
55,001
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
76 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
CautiousAggressive
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AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Sole Source:If sale is less than $25,000, use sole source.
Coops:Buyer hasn’t historically used coops, but you can encourage them to explore these procurement programs as another option; Sourcewell and OMNIA Partners are accessible through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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There is no evidence that the City of Berwyn uses cooperative purchasing today. You can position these co-ops as another option, and your Starbridge contact can help them gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Berwyn
Cook County Board Meeting Transcript
Date: May 14, 2011Type: Meeting mention
The discussion focuses on themes of immigration, civil rights, and social justice. The speaker reflects on the history of anti-immigrant sentiment in the United States and emphasizes the importance of supporting immigrant populations. There is also an acknowledgment of political leadership regarding the Dream Act and the contributions of immigrants to economic and political freedom.
Berwyn Sustainability Commission Meeting Minutes
Date: Feb 2, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The commission focused on refining its mission statement and improving communication strategies between governing bodies, including the creation of a listserv for marketing personnel and the utilization of a community calendar. Members discussed the process for selecting resident members and coordinating upcoming sustainability events, such as Arbor Day and Earth Day. Future collaborative efforts were proposed for a citywide 'Sustainability Week' and expanded 'Walk, Bike and Roll' events. Various entities provided status updates on local initiatives, ranging from waste management programs like composting and recycling to infrastructure improvements including LED lighting, storm water detention projects, tree planting, and the development of community gardens and green spaces at local schools and park districts.
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Berwyn.
The City of Berwyn posts bids, RFPs, and contractual opportunities on its official Bids & RFPs webpage (https://www.berwyn-il.gov/government/bids-rfps). Sealed proposals are accepted at the Office of the City Clerk, City Hall, 6700 W. 26th Street, Berwyn, IL, and engineering procurements follow the City's QBS policy under 23 CFR 172 and the Brooks Act.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Berwyn?
Vendors register with the City of Berwyn through the Collector's Office for Business and Contractor Licensing; registration and contractor license applications are available for pickup at the Collector's Office. Contractors must be registered before commencing work, per the Building Department’s business-licensing guidance.
What products and services does City of Berwyn procure?
Berwyn Development Corporation and Village of Oak Park Corridor Plan 2026-2036
Date: May 7, 2026Type: Strategic Plan
This collaborative Roosevelt Road Corridor Plan aims to strengthen and revitalize the Roosevelt Road business district by enhancing its economic vitality, improving connectivity, and creating a vibrant, walkable environment. The plan focuses on five key objectives: fostering cohesion, enhancing safety and mobility, improving walkability, promoting inter-municipal collaboration, and boosting economic vibrancy. The vision is to transform Roosevelt Road into a recognized destination for dining, music, entertainment, and neighborhood life, characterized by a cohesive identity, active storefronts, and safe, accessible multimodal travel, through sustained partnership between Oak Park and Berwyn.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
Know what buyers discuss before RFPs drop
Track City of Berwyn meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
The City of Berwyn procures engineering and design-related consultant services under a Qualification Based Selection (QBS) procedure consistent with 23 CFR 172 and the Brooks Act. Vendors should review each solicitation on the City of Berwyn's Bids & RFPs page for other goods and services categories.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Berwyn?
Procurement and contracting provisions for the City of Berwyn are published in the Berwyn Code of Ordinances and the city's ordinances page (https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/berwyn). Vendors should consult relevant ordinance chapters and individual solicitations for contract-specific terms and required forms.
