City of Chicago Construction Summit | 2026

Build bold. Build smart. Build with the City. Your next big opportunity starts here at the 2026 City of Chicago Construction Summit

Join the Department of Procurement Services (DPS) and our partners on Wednesday, March 18th, for a high-impact experience focused on unlocking government contracting opportunities. This dynamic Summit spotlights construction contracting and brings together key City infrastructure departments driving Chicago’s future.

Designed for construction professionals and business owners, the Summit features an action-packed agenda with workshops, meaningful networking opportunities, and inspiring speakers—all centered on upcoming City projects. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect face-to-face with leading government officials, explore innovative initiatives, and gain insight into projects shaping Chicago’s 77 neighborhoods.

Discover what’s next in the City’s construction landscape and position your business for growth and long-term success. If you’re looking to be part of impactful, citywide development, this is an event you won’t want to miss.

Turn opportunity into action at the 2026 City of Chicago Construction Summit—your gateway to City of Chicago contracting opportunities.

EVENT SPOTLIGHTS:

• WELCOME AND OPENING ADDRESS
• SPOTLIGHT ON KEY CITY INFRASTRUCTURE DEPARTMENTS
• MAIN EXHIBIT HALL WITH OVER 90 EXHIBITORS
• CONNECT-WITH-PRIMES NETWORKING HALL
• WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION
• ACCESS TO CAPITAL PANEL DISCUSSION

Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.

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Host or Publisher City of Chicago Department of Procurement Services (DPS)