BID 25-063 City of Elgin Year 5 Lead Service Line Replacement Program - St. Charles Street
City of Elgin cityCity · Elgin city, IL- Due
- Jan 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 23, 2025
- Primary contact
- Nick Etminan
- (847) 931-5606
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Sealed bids are requested by the City of Elgin, Illinois for the Year 5 Lead Service Line Replacement Program on St. Charles Street under Bid 25-063. The scope of work includes approximately 37 full lead service line replacements from the water main to the interior water meter, along with all appurtenant work and materials necessary throughout Elgin, Illinois. Bids are due by January 8, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. local time, and must be submitted electronically via the City's electronic bidding web portal. An original bid bond of 5% of the bid amount must be delivered to the Purchasing Department by 12:00 pm on January 8, 2026. The project requires prevailing wage compliance, certified payrolls, adherence to the Elgin Responsible Bidders Ordinance and Elgin Residency Requirements, and a 100% Performance and Payment bond.
Price, financial ability, references, experience
SUMMARY
Sealed bids are requested by the City of Elgin, Illinois for the Year 5 Lead Service Line Replacement Program on St.
Charles Street under Bid 25-063. The scope of work includes approximately 37 full lead service line replacements from the water main to the interior water meter, along with all appurtenant work and materials necessary throughout Elgin, Illinois. Bids are due by January 8, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. local time, and must be submitted electronically via the City's electronic bidding web portal. An original bid bond of 5% of the bid amount must be delivered to the Purchasing Department by 12:00 pm on January 8, 2026. The project requires prevailing wage compliance, certified payrolls, adherence to the Elgin Responsible Bidders Ordinance and Elgin Residency Requirements, and a 100% Performance and Payment bond.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Price
- Financial ability
- References
- Experience
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Bid bond
- Performance and Payment bond
- Certified payrolls
- List of qualified references
- Submit to
- https://cityofelgin.ionwave.net/CurrentSourcingEvents.aspx
- Scope location
- Elgin, IL
- Reported agency
- City of Elgin
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Elgin city?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 8, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://cityofelgin.ionwave.net/CurrentSourcingEvents.aspx. For questions, contact Nick Etminan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Elgin city in IL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Nick Etminan at (847) 931-5606. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Price, financial ability, references, experience" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Elgin city?
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What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: bid bond, Performance and Payment bond, certified payrolls, list of qualified references. Review the full document from City of Elgin city for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Elgin, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.