Electronic Bid Notification
Opportunities
For all open public opportunities, please visit the Contract Opportunities Portal. Companies wishing to respond to procurements must register and upload their submissions through the Contract Opportunities Portal. Registration is free. CTA is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks small minority owned businesses to contract with, include LGBTBE’s.
Should you have any questions, please contact the Bid Office via email at ctavendormgmt@transitchicago.com. Thank you for your interest in doing business with Chicago Transit Authority.
NICOR Gas Opportunities-Corporate Sponsor
Developing viable long term-business partnerships while continuing to increase the economic impact within the communities where we do business.
Inclusive procurement practices provide opportunities to a broad range of businesses that in turn increase engagement, create job opportunities and provide economic advancement in the communities we serve.
Contractor & Trade Ally Programs
• Trade Ally Development (TAD) Program: Focused on helping contractors grow their business with no-cost training, industry certifications, and business coaching.
• Eligibility: Must operate for at least two years in general contracting (natural gas experience), weatherization/building science, HVAC, mechanical/structural/civil engineering, or plumbing/hydronics, and be licensed/insured in Illinois.
• Contractor Circle (Energy Efficiency Program): For contractors installing energy-efficient equipment or managing rebate applications. Members submit a minimum number of paid rebate applications or custom incentives annually to access instant installation discounts and program updates.
• Required Contractor Network: Projects involving air sealing, duct sealing, insulation, and windows strictly require a program-approved contractor.
Supplier & Procurement Opportunities
• Supplier Inclusion Program: Nicor Gas (via Southern Company Gas) partners with diverse suppliers through competitive bidding, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and performance management.
• Contact: R2SUPDIV@southernco.com
Stay up to date on MWRD’s 2027 Small Business Contract Opportunities
Stronger Together
The LGBTQ Community Fund envisions a Chicagoland LGBTQ Community thriving in a safe, equitable, and supportive environment.
Mission: To advance Chicagoland’s LGBTQ Community through research, connection, and focused grant making.
Vision: The LGBTQ Community Fund envisions a Chicagoland LGBTQ Community thriving in a safe, equitable, and supportive environment.
Stayed tuned for upcoming 2027 grant opportunities.
