Contracting Opportunities and Assist Agencies
We are committed to helping certified businesses grow through contracting opportunities at Cook County or elsewhere. Below are links to contracting opportunities at several governmental agencies.
Forest Preserve District of Cook County
Housing Authority of the County of Cook
Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority
Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago
Public Building Commission of Chicago
Assist Agencies
OCC partners with a variety of organizations that provide resources and technical assistance to M/W/V/SDV/PDBEs. Those resources include loan programs, small business incubators, educational cohorts, legal and business supports, training programs and much more. Browse through the licks below to explore the many offerings available to certified businesses.
Asian American Business Association
Black Contractors United
Chicago Minority Business Development Council (CMBDC)
Cosmopolitan Chamber of Commerce
Federation of Women Contractors
Hispanic American Construction Industry Association (HACIA)
Illinois Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Little Village Chamber of Commerce
Latin American Chamber of Commerce
National Association of Women Business Owners (Chicago Chapter)
National Association of Minority Contractors
North Business Industrial Council PTAC
US Minority Contractors Association
Women’s Business Development Center PTAC
Choosing the Right Business Model for Cook County Contracting
Choosing the Right Business Model for Cook County Contracting is a guide that helps small and diverse businesses understand two simple growth models — economies of scale and economies of scope — to choose the best approach for competing in Cook County contracting. It includes examples, NAICS insights, and tips for positioning your business for procurement success.
Roadmap to Cook County Procurement
Roadmap to Cook County Procurement is a quick guide that helps small businesses understand how to access contracting opportunities with the Office of the Chief Procurement Officer (OCPO). It outlines key solicitation types, where to find current bids, how to access bid preferences and surplus auctions, and ways to stay informed through workshops, events, and procurement resources—all designed to help vendors successfully navigate Cook County procurement.