City of Aurora, IL - Mutual Ground Facility Improvements - Project #20-301001, 2026
City of Aurora cityCity · Aurora, IL- Due
- Aug 19, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 29, 2026
- Primary contact
- Chris Ragona
- (630) 256-3321
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Aurora, IL is seeking bids for exterior and interior facility improvements at the Mutual Ground campus located at 418 Oak Ave, Aurora, IL 60506. The project involves comprehensive exterior masonry restoration including solid tuck pointing, brick spall repairs, and power washing, alongside window refurbishment, roofing replacement and restoration, fascia and soffit restoration, mechanical system upgrades, and electrical work. Bids are due by August 19, 2026, at 11:00 am, with a mandatory pre-proposal meeting scheduled for August 6, 2026. The contract requires performance and payment bonds, public liability and property damage insurance, prevailing wage compliance, and participation in approved apprenticeship programs.
Adherence to all conditions and requirements of the bid specifications, price, qualifications of the bidder including past performance, financial responsibility, general reputation, experience, service capabilities, and facilities, delivery or completion date, product appearance and workmanship, maintenance costs and warranty provisions, repurchase or residual value
SUMMARY
The City of Aurora, IL is seeking bids for exterior and interior facility improvements at the Mutual Ground campus located at 418 Oak Ave, Aurora, IL 60506.
The project involves comprehensive exterior masonry restoration including solid tuck pointing, brick spall repairs, and power washing, alongside window refurbishment, roofing replacement and restoration, fascia and soffit restoration, mechanical system upgrades, and electrical work. Bids are due by August 19, 2026, at 11:00 am, with a mandatory pre-proposal meeting scheduled for August 6, 2026. The contract requires performance and payment bonds, public liability and property damage insurance, prevailing wage compliance, and participation in approved apprenticeship programs.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
12- Adherence to all conditions and requirements of the bid specifications
- Price
- Qualifications of the bidder including past performance
- Financial responsibility
- General reputation
- Experience
- Service capabilities
- Facilities
- Delivery or completion date
- Product appearance and workmanship
- Maintenance costs and warranty provisions
- Repurchase or residual value
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Bid Bond
- Required Forms
- Confidentiality Agreement
- Mutual Ground Bid Form
- Apprenticeship or Training Program Certification
- Apprenticeship Program Letter
- Certificate of Insurance
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/aurorail
- 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 August 19, 2026. 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 Chris Ragona.
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 Chris Ragona at (630) 256-3321. 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: "Adherence to all conditions and requirements of the bid specifications, price, qualifications of the bidder including past performance, financial responsibility, general reputation, experience, servic..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Aurora 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, Required Forms, Confidentiality Agreement, Mutual Ground Bid Form, Apprenticeship or Training Program Certification, Apprenticeship Program Letter, Certificate of Insurance. 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.