City of Aurora - Lighting Materials 2027 - IFB 26-090 (2026)
Town of OraCity · Ora, IL- Due
- Nov 4, 2026
- 6 days left
- Posted
- Oct 20, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Ian Wade
- (630) 256-3237
The 30-second brief
The City of Aurora, IL is seeking bids for the purchase and delivery of street lighting materials, including GE Cobra Head fixtures/luminaires, replacement drivers, aluminum poles, stresscrete poles, decorative posts, LV fixtures, decorative globe fixtures, Lumec fixtures, and breakaway transformer base aluminum with breakaway bolts, for various projects and locations throughout Aurora. This contract is for purchase and delivery of materials only with no installation included, with quantities varying and purchased incrementally. The submission deadline is November 4, 2026, at 11:00 am, with a question deadline of October 23, 2026, and responses submitted electronically via OpenGov. The initial contract term is one year, with options to renew for two additional one-year periods.
GE Cobra Head - Gray (ERL1008C540EGRAYIR, ERL1005C740EGRAYIR, ERL2018C540DGRAYIR), GE Cobra Head - Black (ERL2018C540DBLCKIR), Replacement Drivers (GE 35-225097R27, GED150MC/VDIP700S, GED50MV11P600, Vega NPF-40D-42, Vega NPF-60-42), Valmont 12' Aluminum Pole (120040404UB Brookhaven), Valmont Pole (1 arm and 2 arm variants), Stresscrete Pole (E-250-APH-G 20'), Spring City Decorative Pole (12' Madison Aluminum Post), LV Fixture (LPBA-40 LED 4K-V-BK), Spring City Central Park Fixture (ALMPCL-LE040-EVX-2G2-30-CR3-YKSF-TR7P-CU), Sentry Central Park Fixture (SCP-OB-INC-120V-MOG-BPC), Decorative Globe Fixture (88230ALEX3-9), Lumec Fixture (RN30-80W48LED4K-g3-acdr-le3r-unv-dms-bktx), Valmont Breakaway Transformer Base Aluminum (TB1-17, TB5-9), Pelco Transformer Base Aluminum (TB2N-1), Pole-Safe Transpro Breakaway Bolts (SPM 4100, SPM 4125)
Price, qualifications of the bidder, past performance, financial responsibility, general reputation, experience, service capabilities, facilities, delivery or completion date, product appearance, workmanship, finish, overall quality, results of product testing, maintenance costs and warranty provisions, repurchase or residual value
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Summary
The City of Aurora, IL is seeking bids for the purchase and delivery of street lighting materials, including GE Cobra Head fixtures/luminaires, replacement drivers, aluminum poles, stresscrete poles, decorative posts, LV fixtures, decorative globe fixtures, Lumec fixtures, and breakaway transformer base aluminum with breakaway bolts, for various projects and locations throughout Aurora.
This contract is for purchase and delivery of materials only with no installation included, with quantities varying and purchased incrementally. The submission deadline is November 4, 2026, at 11:00 am, with a question deadline of October 23, 2026, and responses submitted electronically via OpenGov. The initial contract term is one year, with options to renew for two additional one-year periods.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
16- Price
- Qualifications of the bidder
- Past performance
- Financial responsibility
- General reputation
- Experience
- Service capabilities
- Facilities
- Delivery or completion date
- Product appearance
- Workmanship
- Finish
- Overall quality
- Results of product testing
- Maintenance costs and warranty provisions
- Repurchase or residual value
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
15- GE Cobra Head - Gray (ERL1008C540EGRAYIR, ERL1005C740EGRAYIR, ERL2018C540DGRAYIR)
- GE Cobra Head - Black (ERL2018C540DBLCKIR)
- Replacement Drivers (GE 35-225097R27, GED150MC/VDIP700S, GED50MV11P600, Vega NPF-40D-42, Vega NPF-60-42)
- Valmont 12' Aluminum Pole (120040404UB Brookhaven)
- Valmont Pole (1 arm and 2 arm variants)
- Stresscrete Pole (E-250-APH-G 20')
- Spring City Decorative Pole (12' Madison Aluminum Post)
- LV Fixture (LPBA-40 LED 4K-V-BK)
- Spring City Central Park Fixture (ALMPCL-LE040-EVX-2G2-30-CR3-YKSF-TR7P-CU)
- Sentry Central Park Fixture (SCP-OB-INC-120V-MOG-BPC)
- Decorative Globe Fixture (88230ALEX3-9)
- Lumec Fixture (RN30-80W48LED4K-g3-acdr-le3r-unv-dms-bktx)
- Valmont Breakaway Transformer Base Aluminum (TB1-17, TB5-9)
- Pelco Transformer Base Aluminum (TB2N-1)
- Pole-Safe Transpro Breakaway Bolts (SPM 4100, SPM 4125)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- City of Aurora terms and conditions acknowledgement
- Contact Information
- References
- Sub-Contractor List
- Eligibility
- Bidder's Tax Certification
- Bidder's Certification
- Local Vendor Preference Application
- Certificate of Insurance
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/aurorail
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Aurora, IL
- Reported agency
- City of Aurora
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Town of Ora?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 4, 2026. 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 Town of Ora 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 are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: GE Cobra Head - Gray (ERL1008C540EGRAYIR, ERL1005C740EGRAYIR, ERL2018C540DGRAYIR), GE Cobra Head - Black (ERL2018C540DBLCKIR), Replacement Drivers (GE 35-225097R27, GED150MC/VDIP700S, GED50MV11P600, Vega NPF-40D-42, Vega NPF-60-42), Valmont 12' Aluminum Pole (120040404UB Brookhaven), Valmont Pole (1. 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 of the bidder, past performance, financial responsibility, general reputation, experience, service capabilities, facilities, delivery or completion date, product appearance, work..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Ora?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Ora are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Ora 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 4, 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 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: City of Aurora terms and conditions acknowledgement, Contact Information, References, Sub-Contractor List, Eligibility, Bidder's Tax Certification, Bidder's Certification, Local Vendor Preference Appl. Review the full document from Town of Ora 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.