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July 14, 2023
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Business & Residential Resources
• The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) has released the Fiscal Year 2023 Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Reconnecting Communities and Neighborhoods (RCN) Program, with up to $3.16 billion available for planning and construction projects.

• Illinois Small Business Grants are now open for 2023-2024. Learn more.

• Illinois Department of Natural Resources offers a list of grants. Learn more.

• Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) offers a list of FY24 grant opportunities for eligible organizations. Learn more.

• Check out the latest list of Federal and DCEO grant opportunities here.

• Check out Will County's small business assistance resource page.
News from Community Partners
CMAP Welcomes Public Feedback on Transportation Programs
The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) welcomes feedback from the public on three proposed programs meant to help communities prosper through transportation investments.

More than 65 projects, utilizing more than $590 million in federal funds, are included in the proposal, which is funded by the regional Surface Transportation Program (STP) Shared Fund, Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement Program (CMAQ), Carbon Reduction Program (CRP), and locally programmed Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP-L).

• The public can submit comments on the proposed programs through Friday, August 11.
2023 Cycle of Safe Routes to School
• Active Transportation Alliance and Illinois Public Health Institute are hosting a Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Grant webinar series with IDOT.

• The SRTS grant opens up on August 1, 2023.

Nonpoint Source Pollution Control Financial Assistance Program
IEPA is currently accepting applications to the Section 319(h) Grant Program which can fund the construction of green infrastructure projects. Funding ranges from $50,000 to $1,200,000.

Applications are due August 1, 2023. Learn more.
Business Utility Savings & Incentives
ComEd & NiCor have teamed up to assist regional businesses with tapping into various programs offered to help business owners with money saving offerings and incentives for their utility expenses.  

Attend this in-person event on September 14 at Nicor in Glenwood, IL. Learn more.
Job Postings & Requests for Proposals
• SSMMA offers a list of local job opportunities and RFPs throughout the south suburban region directly on our website.

• Municipalities and organizations can send job openings and proposals here to be publicly posted.

SPC News

SPC Awards New Vehicle Contracts


SPC Awards New Sewer Cleaner Contracts

  • The Suburban Purchasing Cooperative (SPC) Governing Board has awarded the following Vac-Con Single Engine Combination Sewer and Catch Basin Cleaner Contracts to EJ Equipment of Addison. Learn more.

Last Call to Participate in the July 18 Surplus Vehicle & Equipment Auction

  • The next Surplus Vehicle & Equipment Auction is scheduled for noon on Tuesday, July 18 at America’s Auto Auction (America’s AA) in Crestwood. We are going strong in the tenth year of the SPC partnership with America’s AA and encourage members to participate in this live and online program where hundreds of individuals come together and actively bid to own used municipal equipment. It’s the best avenue for municipalities to earn the highest dollar on used equipment.

  • America’s AA offers a wide variety of convenient services to prep your vehicles and garner the highest possible price. Please note that vehicles and equipment can be listed for disposal at the SPC auction right up to the morning of the auction day. Sell them now to get a fresh start and please keep in mind that a portion of the proceeds helps support the operations of the organization. If you can’t make the July auction, the fall live auction will be held on October 17. In addition, America’s Auto Auction hosts online sales on par with other government surplus Internet auctions. For questions or additional information, please contact staff or Berry Ellis, 312-371-5993 or berry.ellis@americasautoauction.com.

REMINDER: Register Today for the July 26 SPC Vendor Showcase

  • Mark your calendars for the Suburban Purchasing Cooperative (SPC) Vendor Showcase on Wednesday, July 26 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Oakton College, 1600 E. Golf Road in Des Plaines. The Showcase will be held in Rooms 1608 and 1610 with parking available in Lot C. This is a free event for attendees, and thanks to SPC partner Sourcewell, anyone can attend their presentation and earn one contact hour toward Continuing Education Units (CEUs) with The Institute for Public Procurement (NIGP).

  • The SPC Vendor Showcase schedule is as follows:

10:00 a.m. – noon: SPC Vendor Showcase Vehicle demonstrations in Parking Lot C

Noon – 1:00 p.m.: Sourcewell Presentation and Box Lunch Collaboration: Bypass and Master Internal Disaster to Build Your Dream Team Presented by Sourcewell Client Solutions Advisor Natalie Morgan

  • The SPC Vendor Showcase presents a unique opportunity for local government officials from the SPC’s participating councils of government and others to meet one-on-one with SPC vendors at one time.
  • Northwest Municipal Conference (NWMC), DuPage Mayors and Managers Conference (DMMC), South Suburban Mayors and Managers Association (SSMMA), and Will County Governmental League (WCGL) members and staff will be onsite to learn about the products, services, and solutions offered by the SPC to help you better serve your communities. Vendors will have individual display areas where you can discuss all of your joint purchasing needs.
  • Please register for the event by visiting the SPC Vendor Showcase Attendee Registration page.
  • Please contact NWMC Purchasing Director Ellen Dayan at 847-296-9203 or edayan@nwmc-cog.org with any questions.
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