Work includes : 109 CY earth excavation; 1,767 SY erosion control blanket; 29 SY stone riprap, class A4; 171 CY aggregate subgrade improvement; 50 SY hot-mix asphalt surface removal - butt joint; see attached file.
Seeks qualifications from municipal consulting engineering firms for services in one or more of eight disciplines: stormwater, water/wastewater, transportation, development engineering, GIS, construction management, landscaping, and photometrics.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
207872
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
120.1
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
27,822
Procurement Difficulty Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
58 / 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 your solution is uniquely compatible with existing systems, coordinate with the department to secure the 2/3 Alderperson approval; otherwise pivot.
Coops:Frequently procures through state-adopted OMNIA Partners and Sourcewell; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
Agency-specific vendor registration, compliance steps, and approval routing shape the purchasing timeline.
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The city has used cooperative purchasing before (e.g., SPC via WCGL; state-adopted OMNIA). You can get onboarded to the recommended path by reaching out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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Agency-specific vendor registration, compliance steps, and approval routing shape the purchasing timeline.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Lockport
Committee of the Whole of the City of Lockport Regular Meeting
Date: Oct 21, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee reviewed and directed two main items to the upcoming city council agenda. The first was a proposal for a contribution of $196,268 to the Leiponis Business Center Property Association to fund stormwater facility improvements. The second was a contract with Titan Security Group for the installation of a Genea Access Control System, with costs not to exceed $111,560.
City of Lockport City Council Council Meeting
Date: Nov 4, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council meeting covered several administrative and community topics. Key discussions included updates on special community events, such as the Wild Bill performances, Christmas in the Square, and holiday movie screenings. The council also reviewed departmental reports including leaf collection schedules and property code violation efforts. Resolutions were approved regarding storm water improvements at Five Ponds and a contract with Titan Security for control systems installation. Additionally, the council discussed a 10-year license agreement extension with the Will County Historical Society, a three-year license agreement for a local bakery, and reviewed the property tax levy process for 2026.
City Council of the City of Lockport Regular Meeting
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to City of Lockport.
Who manages procurement and purchasing for the City of Lockport?
Procurement for the City of Lockport is managed by City departments—notably Finance & Human Resources and Public Works & Engineering—and contracts and awards are approved by the City Council. Departments prepare solicitations and present contract recommendations for Council action.
Where does the City of Lockport post bids and RFPs?
The City of Lockport posts bids, RFPs, and RFQs on its official Bids/RFPs/RFQs web page; vendors obtain solicitation documents by contacting Dan Powers (dpowers@lockport.org). Check that page for current solicitations and submission instructions.
What products and services does the City of Lockport procure?
The City of Lockport routinely procures public works infrastructure, construction and maintenance services, and professional services such as engineering and technical consulting through its Public Works & Engineering and Finance departments. These durable categories are reflected in departmental responsibilities and council agenda approvals.
Native sync to Salesforce & HubSpot
Date: Oct 7, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting addressed a variety of municipal matters including liaison reports on community events, budget planning, public works initiatives, sustainability efforts, and historic district building codes. The council discussed concerns regarding regulations for painting masonry in the historic district and decided to continue those items to a future meeting. Action was taken to approve various resolutions, including committee appointments, engineering design services, the purchase of a vehicle, and a construction project for a driveway, in addition to the approval of general city bills.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
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Track City of Lockport meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
Does the City of Lockport use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
The City of Lockport participates in the Illinois Public Works Mutual Aid Network (IPWMAN) and is a member of the Will County Governmental League, which provides access to cooperative purchasing programs including the Suburban Purchasing Cooperative (SPC); Council records reference the IPWMAN agreement.
How does the City of Lockport approve procurement contracts and awards?
The City of Lockport approves procurement contracts and awards by City Council vote through numbered Resolutions; approved agreements are executed by the Mayor and City Clerk. Council agendas include an 'APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT' section, and the City Clerk's Office manages bid openings and official records.