Village of Lake Bluff

Sole Source: If sale is less than $25,000, use sole source only if you’re an incumbent with proven performance—position as a continuity/contract extension; otherwise, stay with coops.

Coops: Lead with cooperative purchasing via Sourcewell or the Suburban Purchasing Cooperative (SPC). Confirm your contract coverage and propose through that vehicle.

Village of Lake Bluff occasionally waives bidding to maintain continuity with incumbent vendors. Formal bidding is triggered at $25,000; waivers are exceptional. Practical notes:

Viable primarily for current incumbents with strong past performance.