Construction of approximately 3,741 feet of 6” and 12” diameter watermain, new water service lines for (31) residential customers, installation of customers water maters, and abandonment of the Rainbow Ridge and Mill Creek 2 water systems.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
207859
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
5,028
Procurement Difficulty 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.
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AI Adoption Score
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ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Sole Source:If sale is less than $35,000, no documented sole source—deprioritize; instead propose using Illinois Public Act 103-0865 to purchase via an authorized cooperative; if they decline, expect formal IFB/RFP (over $35,000).
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell or NASPO ValuePoint; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Village of Milan, IL:No documented sole source pathway. The Village relies on formal competitive bidding for purchases over $35,000. Practical guidance: deprioritize sole source and educate staff on Illinois Public Act 103-0865 (authorizes joint/cooperative purchasing) as the fastest compliant alternative to a full IFB/RFP.
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There is no evidence that Village of Milan uses cooperative purchasing today. You can position these co-ops as another option, and your Starbridge contact can help the buyer gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Village of Milan
Village Board Village Board Meeting
Date: Oct 19, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board discussed several operational and financial matters, including the tabling of the treasury report due to upcoming discussions on water and sewer rates. Payables were reviewed and approved, including significant insurance renewals and engineering services for a new sewage treatment plant. A resolution was adopted regarding the termination of the Quad Cities Interoperable Communications (QCIC) net governance agreement, shifting fiber network maintenance responsibilities to the individual municipalities. The board also received committee reports and addressed citizen comments regarding community events.
Village of Milan Council Council Meeting
Date: Sep 21, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council reviewed the Treasurer's report and discussed the fiscal year-to-date fund status, including the use of TIF V funds for building permits. Approval was granted for the Semi-Monthly and Miscellaneous bills, with clarification provided on specific expenses related to building demolition and unexpected site conditions. The council also approved an inducement resolution for a redevelopment project involving a potential new restaurant business. During the citizens' address, discussions occurred regarding the schedule for Trunk or Treat and potential underutilized spaces for a farmers' market or food vendors.
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to Village of Milan.
Who manages procurement and purchasing for the Village of Milan?
The Village Board of Trustees manages procurement for the Village of Milan; the Milan Code of Ordinances delegates purchasing authority to department heads, the village administrator, and the mayor, while the Board remains the authority that awards contracts.
Where does the Village of Milan post bids and RFPs?
Village of Milan posts solicitations on its official Bids and RFPs page at https://www.milanil.org/rfps; vendors should monitor that page for posted solicitations, submission instructions, deadlines, and contact details for each notice.
What products and services does the Village of Milan procure?
The Milan Code of Ordinances lists primary procurement categories as services, materials, equipment, supplies, and contracts for public works or other public improvements; vendors should consult individual solicitations for project-specific requirements and specifications.
Village Board Meeting
Date: Oct 5, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Village Board meeting included reports from the administrator, inspector, and various department heads regarding ongoing infrastructure projects, such as sewer plant developments and road work. Key agenda items included the approval of a tax increment financing (TIF) development agreement for a new business, setting trick-or-treat hours for the upcoming Halloween, and approving equipment purchases including a batwing brush hog mower and a Kubota UTV. The board also reviewed and approved miscellaneous bills and expenditures.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
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What procurement requirements does the Village of Milan publish for vendors?
Chapter 2 of the Milan Code of Ordinances authorizes bid deposits and performance bonds, requires prevailing wages on public-works contracts, and allows the Board to consider vendor credentials, bonding capacity, and insurance when awarding contracts; solicitation-specific insurance and bond amounts are stated in each notice.
How does the Village of Milan approve procurement contracts and awards?
The Milan Code of Ordinances sets purchasing thresholds: department heads may approve purchases up to $1,500; $1,500–$3,000 requires two quotes and village administrator approval; purchases over $3,000 require Village Board approval, and public works over $20,000 require advertised bidding. Emergency purchases may be authorized by the mayor or village administrator with later trustee notification.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for the Village of Milan?
Vendors can find official procurement policies in the Milan Code of Ordinances, Chapter 2 "Contracts and Purchases," which specifies purchase thresholds, required quotes, bid notice and opening procedures, award rules, bond authority, prevailing-wage, and emergency-purchase provisions.