The Village of Lincolnwood is seeking a qualified firm to develop a comprehensive fundraising strategy and execute a fundraising campaign supporting village initiatives. The work includes a strategic plan, multi-channel campaign materials and management, donor identification, grant research and proposal writing, and ongoing advisory and performance-reporting support. Proposals are due September 29, 2029, and the solicitation is currently open; it is a consulting-services procurement rather than a grant program.
The Village of Lincolnwood is seeking a qualified firm to develop a comprehensive fundraising strategy and execute a fundraising campaign supporting village initiatives. The work includes a strategic plan, multi-channel campaign materials and management, donor identification, grant research and proposal writing, and ongoing advisory and performance-reporting support. Proposals are due September 29, 2029, and the solicitation is currently open; it is a consulting-services procurement rather than a grant program.
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Census ID
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124888
Employee FTE
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102
Population
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13,039
Procurement Hell Score
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42 / 100
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ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Sole Source:If sale is less than $25,000, use sole source.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell, OMNIA Partners, and SLP; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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The Village regularly participates in cooperative purchasing and actively uses Sourcewell via the Suburban Purchasing Cooperative; past approvals include turnout gear and fuel via joint purchasing. 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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Village of Lincolnwood Contracts
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Flock Group, Inc. at Village of Lincolnwood
Effective: Jul 31, 2023Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This contract is a Services Agreement and Order Form between Flock Group Inc. (Seller) and IL - Village of Lincolnwood (Agency/Buyer). It outlines the provision of Flock's situational awareness solutions, including professional services for implementation and hardware/software products like Falcon. The agreement has an initial term of 24 months, with the first year's payment due at signing. The total contract amount for this initial term is $12,700.00. The contract incorporates a comprehensive Government Agency Agreement detailing terms and conditions for service provision, data handling, payment, and liability.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Village of Lincolnwood
Village Of Lincolnwood President And Board Of Trustees Regular Meeting
Date: Sep 15, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting included the approval of warrants and a consent agenda covering various ordinances and resolutions regarding collections, tax increment financing, and special use permits. The President's report highlighted upcoming community events like the Lincolnwood in Bloom contest, a Turkey Trot, an art show, and a circus performance. Trustees and the Clerk provided updates on regional commission meetings, local election registration efforts, and personal community announcements. A resident addressed the Board regarding property drainage and flooding concerns. Additionally, the Board discussed and approved an agreement with Confluence, Inc. for design services related to a new dog park.
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners Village of Lincolnwood Regular Meeting
Date: Jul 16, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board discussed staffing updates, noting current vacancies and the start date for a new lateral officer. The commission held a closed session to address personnel matters. Additionally, the commission approved the eligibility list for the position of police officer.
Village of Lincolnwood President and Board of Trustees Meeting of the Committee of the Whole
Key Contacts
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Who manages procurement policies and purchasing for Village of Lincolnwood?
The Village Manager is the chief purchasing agent and procurement is administered by the Village Manager's Office and the Finance Department; contract-award authority rests with the corporate authorities (Board of Trustees—six trustees plus the Mayor), which meet on the first and third Tuesdays.
Where does Village of Lincolnwood post bids?
Village of Lincolnwood posts official solicitations on its CivicEngage Bid Postings page (https://www.lincolnwoodil.org/Bids.aspx), where solicitations are listed as Requests for Proposal or Requests for Bids; some projects reference third-party planrooms or federal portals when applicable.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with Village of Lincolnwood?
Vendors register by creating a free Website Account on lincolnwoodil.org and subscribing to the CivicEngage 'Notify Me®' service to receive email or text alerts for new bid postings; individual solicitations may include specific pre-registration instructions in the bid documents.
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Date: Sep 1, 2026
Type: Meeting mention
The committee conducted a tour of the community center to evaluate facility use and optimization. The meeting also included a presentation and discussion regarding space needs across the fire, parks and recreation, public works, and police departments. Trustees discussed potential space solutions, including leasing or purchasing, while emphasizing the need for conservative, short-term, and flexible approaches due to current financial uncertainties. Staff was directed to provide additional comparative municipal data, detailed short-term versus long-term needs, and specific low-cost space options at a future CIP workshop.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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What products and services does Village of Lincolnwood procure?
Per Article 8 of the Village Code, the Village of Lincolnwood procures supplies, materials, fuel, equipment, and services for all departments; common categories include Public Works, Parks & Recreation, Community Development, Police, Fire, Finance, and professional and administrative services.
Does Village of Lincolnwood use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
Article 8 (§8-8-17) of the Village Code authorizes the Village Manager to enter joint purchasing agreements with other governmental units when authorized by the corporate authorities, enabling cooperative purchasing or piggyback arrangements.
What vendor requirements does Village of Lincolnwood publish?
Village of Lincolnwood requires competitive bidding for purchases over $25,000 and at least three written quotations for $3,001–$25,000; public‑work contracts require performance and payment bonds, solicitations may require bid security, and the contract template specifies general liability and other insurance limits.
Where can vendors find procurement policies for Village of Lincolnwood?
Procurement policies are codified in Article 8 (Purchases and Contracts) of the Village Code (https://ecode360.com/15316458), which sets bidding thresholds, designates the Village Manager as chief purchasing agent, prescribes waiver and emergency‑purchase rules, and incorporates the Village's standard contract template.
