FOIA Request to Village Of Dawson regarding procurement bids and RFP submissions on February 1, 2026.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Village Of Dawson by Prairie State Wire, a media organization focused on local governmental affairs. The request, dated February 1, 2026, seeks access to records related to procurement bids and responses to requests for proposals (RFPs) received by the city during the immediately preceding calendar month.
The specific information requested includes solicitation or project titles, names of bidders or proposers, submission dates, bid amounts or proposed costs, and descriptions of the goods or services proposed. The request emphasizes that it seeks existing records only and does not require the creation of new documents. Furthermore, if any part of the request is denied or withheld, Prairie State Wire asks for a specific statutory basis for such denial and requests that all reasonably segregable portions of the records be released.
Prairie State Wire also notes its role in gathering and reporting news to the public as part of its professional responsibilities. They emphasize their eligibility for a fee waiver as members of the media. Additionally, they highlight their affiliation with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, an organization dedicated to promoting transparency in government actions through FOIA and Sunshine Laws.
We look forward to receiving this information in an electronic format as it will greatly aid in our reporting efforts. As always, we remain open for any questions or clarifications regarding this request.
