Chicago Housing Authority - Water & Ice Machines Supply & Maintenance - HQ 91249 (2026)
Chicago Housing AuthorityLocal Housing Authority · Chicago, IL- Due
- Oct 22, 2026
- 6 days left
- Posted
- Oct 8, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Frederica Juste
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Chicago Housing Authority is seeking qualified vendors for freestanding filtered rentals of water and nugget ice machines along with associated maintenance and support within six break rooms and one small conference room at CHA Headquarters (60 E Van Buren St, Chicago, IL 60605) and two break rooms at Charles A. Hayes Family Investment Center (4859 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60615). The selected vendor shall provide turnkey installation including delivery, placement/leveling, water and electrical connections, and full system start-up. Machines must be touchless sensor dispensers capable of providing both hot and cold water meeting NSF/ANSI 42, 53, and 372 standards. Quarterly preventative maintenance and filter replacement every 6 months or earlier are required. Quotes are due by October 22, 2026, at 1:00 PM CT. The contract term is a 3-year base term with two 1-year options, with a projected start date of December 1, 2026.
Price, technical compliance, total cost of ownership, service capability, references
SUMMARY
The Chicago Housing Authority is seeking qualified vendors for freestanding filtered rentals of water and nugget ice machines along with associated maintenance and support within six break rooms and one small conference room at CHA Headquarters (60 E Van Buren St, Chicago, IL 60605) and two break rooms at Charles A. Hayes Family Investment Center (4859 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60615).
The selected vendor shall provide turnkey installation including delivery, placement/leveling, water and electrical connections, and full system start-up. Machines must be touchless sensor dispensers capable of providing both hot and cold water meeting NSF/ANSI 42, 53, and 372 standards. Quarterly preventative maintenance and filter replacement every 6 months or earlier are required. Quotes are due by October 22, 2026, at 1:00 PM CT. The contract term is a 3-year base term with two 1-year options, with a projected start date of December 1, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Price
- Technical compliance
- Total cost of ownership
- Service capability
- References
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Utilization Plan
- Compliance Certification Form
- Contractors Affidavit
- Economic Disclosure Statement Form
- HUD-50071 - Certification of Payments to Influence Federal Transactions
- HUD 5369-A Representations
- Certifications and Other Statements of Bidders
- Required Insurance Certificate
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Chicago, IL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Quote from Chicago Housing Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 22, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Frederica Juste.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Quote?
Most government agencies, including Chicago Housing Authority 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 Quote 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 Frederica Juste. 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, technical compliance, total cost of ownership, service capability, references" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Chicago Housing Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Chicago Housing Authority are tracked and searchable. As a local housing authority agency, Chicago Housing Authority regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 22, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Quote?
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: Utilization Plan, Compliance Certification Form, Contractors Affidavit, Economic Disclosure Statement Form, HUD-50071 - Certification of Payments to Influence Federal Transactions, HUD 5369-A Represen. Review the full document from Chicago Housing Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Chicago, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.