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Cook County, Illinois bids and RFPs

Cook County, Illinois posts bids and quote requests on Bonfire. Purchasing contact: Raffi Sarrafian, Chief Procurement Officer, 312.603.5370. County Board agendas are published on Legistar.

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Key facts for bidders

Where bids are posted
Bonfire Vendor Portal (registration required; Office of the Chief Procurement Officer)
Bid platform
Bonfire (Euna Procurement)
Purchasing contact
Raffi Sarrafian, Chief Procurement Officer312.603.5370
County Board agendas
Legistar

Source: Cook County website

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How to bid in Cook County

  1. Find the bid

    Cook County, Illinois posts bids and quote requests on Bonfire.

  2. Get the documents

    Register as a vendor on Bonfire to download bid documents and receive addenda.

  3. Prepare your forms

    Most bids ask for: W-9; Certificate of insurance; Signed bid form and pricing sheet; Acknowledgment of every addendum.

  4. Submit before the deadline

    Follow the bid's instructions exactly: sealed envelope, mail, hand delivery or online upload. Late bids are usually rejected.

  5. Watch for the award

    Contracts are usually approved at a County Board meeting; agendas are on Legistar.

State rules, forms and thresholds: How to sell to Illinois counties. New to county bidding? Read how to find county bids and the bid checklist.

Questions about bidding in Cook County

How do I find bids from Cook County, Illinois?

Cook County, Illinois posts bids and quote requests on Bonfire. Register as a vendor on Bonfire to download bid documents and receive addenda.

Does Cook County use Bonfire?

Yes. Cook County posts its bids and quote requests on Bonfire. FactWise also lists them, free to view.

How do I register as a vendor with Cook County?

Register on Bonfire so you can download documents and receive addenda. Ask the purchasing contact (Raffi Sarrafian, Chief Procurement Officer, 312.603.5370) whether the county keeps a vendor list and how to get on it. See our guide to registering as a county vendor.

Who is the purchasing contact for Cook County, Illinois?

Raffi Sarrafian, Chief Procurement Officer, 312.603.5370.

When does the Cook County County Board meet?

Meeting dates and agendas are published on Legistar. Agendas often show upcoming purchases before the bid is advertised, and contracts are usually approved at these meetings.

What forms do I need to bid in Cook County, Illinois?

Each bid lists its own requirements. Most bids ask for: W-9; Certificate of insurance; Signed bid form and pricing sheet; Acknowledgment of every addendum.

Can I get alerts for new Cook County bids?

Yes. Follow Cook County on FactWise to get new bids and quote requests by email. Following up to 2 counties is free.