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YES, this email is from the State of Illinois's new system for IDHR! Beginning March 15th, IDHR's new portal to the online Illinois Enterprise Licensing and Permitting (ELP) system began notifying approximately 9,000 businesses that ELP is live. This does NOT change your IDHR Number or affect its expiration date.
Public Contracts
To do business with any agency, board, or commission of the State of Illinois, you need an IDHR Eligibility Number through the Illinois Department of Human Rights. We're here to help you figure out where to start.
Are you a new vendor?
Not sure what you need? We can help you find your next step.
Here's what you'll need to bid on state contracts:
- IDHR Eligibility Number (we'll help you get this)
- Sexual harassment prevention policy
- Annual sexual harassment employee training
Who needs an IDHR Eligibility Number?
You need to register if any of these apply to your business:
- You employ 15 or more people right now
- You've employed 15 or more people at any time in the past year
- A state contracting agency, political subdivision, or municipal corporation asked you to register
What is an IDHR Eligibility Number?
An IDHR Eligibility Number is a unique identifier we assign to your business. You need this number if you want to bid on or work on Illinois state contracts.
The number shows that your business complies with the Illinois Human Rights Act. You will use this number when you file required reports with us or communicate with our office about your contracts.
Without an IDHR number you cannot:
Be awarded a state contract without a current IDHR Eligibility Number or proof of a submitted application.
If an Eligibility Number expires and is not renewed, the business becomes ineligible to receive contracts until it’s re-registered.
Other Scenarios
My business has been selected for a compliance review
If you've received notice that your business has been selected for a compliance review, find information about what to expect and how to respond.
Before you register
What to have ready before you start the registration process:
- Your business information (FEIN, address, employee count)
- A written sexual harassment policy that meets Illinois requirements (download model policy)
- Proof of completed sexual harassment training
- A credit or debit card for the registration fee ($81.80)
Register or Renew
To register for the first time, you'll use the Enterprise Licensing and Permitting (ELP) system. Start here to learn what you need and how to apply.
Enterprise Licensing and Permitting (ELP) Website
Access the state’s online portal to register, renew, or manage your IDHR Eligibility Number
ELP User Guide
Step-by-step instructions for using the Enterprise Licensing and Permitting system, with screenshots and troubleshooting help.
Frequently Asked Questions about Public Contracts
There are two ways:
- If you are a first-time applicant and have never had an IDHR Number previously, proceed with the Create New Account option in ELP.
- If you have an existing IDHR Number, your account and history have been established for you, and you only need to follow the emailed instructions. NOTE: If you have a current IDHR Number, DO NOT create a New Account in ELP.
The new ELP portal allows a business applicant to complete your online submission in one sitting. Applicants will be notified by email of the approval within approximately 5-7 business days. If approved, the newly registered/renewed business will be able to immediately access its online IDHR Eligibility Number Certificate.
Contacts
Public Contracts Unit
Illinois Department of Human Rights
555 West Monroe Street, 7th Floor
Chicago, IL 60661
(312) 814-2431 (phone)
(312) 814-1436 (fax)
IDHR.publiccontracts@illinois.gov
ELP System Support
For technical issues with the Enterprise Licensing and Permitting system
(855) 635-7669
ELP.IL.DHR@onesupport.com