City of Aurora - Electrical Services Invitation For Bid #25-226 (2025)
City of Aurora cityCity · Aurora city, IL- Due
- Dec 19, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 3, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Ian Wade
- (630) 256-3237
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Aurora, IL is seeking qualified contractors to provide unit pricing for electrical services including maintaining, replacing, installing, and repairing street light poles, lamps, photo cells, ballasts, fuses, starters, lenses, and appurtenances, as well as directional boring new conduit/duct for wiring and repairing/replacing broken concrete foundations. The contract is for a one-year term beginning January 1, 2026, with two optional one-year extensions (2027 and 2028). Responses are due by December 19, 2025, at 11:00 am, with questions due by December 11, 2025. Bidders must have a City Public Works electrical license for working within the right-of-way and furnish performance and payment bonds in the amount of $75,000, along with required insurance coverage.
Net Hourly Rate, Directional Boring, Concrete Foundations
Price, qualifications and experience, capacity to handle the work, response to the bid
SUMMARY
The City of Aurora, IL is seeking qualified contractors to provide unit pricing for electrical services including maintaining, replacing, installing, and repairing street light poles, lamps, photo cells, ballasts, fuses, starters, lenses, and appurtenances, as well as directional boring new conduit/duct for wiring and repairing/replacing broken concrete foundations.
The contract is for a one-year term beginning January 1, 2026, with two optional one-year extensions (2027 and 2028). Responses are due by December 19, 2025, at 11:00 am, with questions due by December 11, 2025. Bidders must have a City Public Works electrical license for working within the right-of-way and furnish performance and payment bonds in the amount of $75,000, along with required insurance coverage.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Price
- Qualifications and experience
- Capacity to handle the work
- Response to the bid
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Net Hourly Rate
- Directional Boring
- Concrete Foundations
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- COA_Contact_Information.docx
- References
- Sub-Contractor List
- Eligibility
- Bidder's Tax Certification
- Bidder's Certification
- Apprenticeship or Training Program Certification
- Union/Apprenticeship Requested Documentation
- Local Vendor Preference Application
- Standard City of Aurora Contract
REQUIRED STAFFING
Foreman, Journeyman
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/aurorail
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Aurora, IL
- Reported agency
- City of Aurora
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Aurora city?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 19, 2025. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/aurorail. For questions, contact Ian Wade.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Aurora 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 Ian Wade at (630) 256-3237. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Foreman, Journeyman. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Net Hourly Rate, Directional Boring, Concrete Foundations. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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, qualifications and experience, capacity to handle the work, response to the bid" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Aurora city?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Aurora city are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Aurora city 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: COA_Contact_Information.docx, References, Sub-Contractor List, Eligibility, Bidder's Tax Certification, Bidder's Certification, Apprenticeship or Training Program Certification, Union/Apprenticeship R. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from City of Aurora 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: Aurora, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.