City of Aurora - SCBA Breathing Air Compressor System - Bid #25-220 (2025)
City of Aurora cityCity · Aurora city, IL- Due
- Nov 19, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 3, 2025
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Mike Kaufman
- (630) 256-4004
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Aurora, Illinois is seeking sealed bids for the purchase, delivery, installation, testing, commissioning, and training of a new SCBA (Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus) breathing air compressor system and fill station for Fire Station 13. The system will support Fire Department operations by providing Grade D compressed air for refilling SCBA cylinders used in firefighting and emergency response. The project includes an electric-driven high-pressure compressor, a two-position containment fill station rated to 5500 PSI, a priority fill panel, and a bulk storage rack for four 6000 PSI UN/ISO cylinders. Bids are due by November 19, 2025, with questions due by November 12, 2025. The contract also includes a 3-year routine maintenance and servicing agreement.
SCBA Compressor, SCBA Fill Station with Storage Rack, Routine Maintenance & Servicing, 3 days of training for City of Aurora employees
Adherence to conditions and requirements, price, qualifications of the bidder, delivery or completion date, product appearance and quality, maintenance costs and warranty provisions, repurchase or residual value
SUMMARY
The City of Aurora, Illinois is seeking sealed bids for the purchase, delivery, installation, testing, commissioning, and training of a new SCBA (Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus) breathing air compressor system and fill station for Fire Station 13.
The system will support Fire Department operations by providing Grade D compressed air for refilling SCBA cylinders used in firefighting and emergency response. The project includes an electric-driven high-pressure compressor, a two-position containment fill station rated to 5500 PSI, a priority fill panel, and a bulk storage rack for four 6000 PSI UN/ISO cylinders. Bids are due by November 19, 2025, with questions due by November 12, 2025. The contract also includes a 3-year routine maintenance and servicing agreement.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Adherence to conditions and requirements
- Price
- Qualifications of the bidder
- Delivery or completion date
- Product appearance and quality
- Maintenance costs and warranty provisions
- Repurchase or residual value
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- SCBA Compressor
- SCBA Fill Station with Storage Rack
- Routine Maintenance & Servicing
- 3 days of training for City of Aurora employees
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Equipment Specifications
- Warranty Information
- COA Contact Information
- References
- Sub-Contractor List
- Eligibility
- Bidder's Tax Certification
- Bidder's Certification
- Local Vendor Preference Application
- Standard City of Aurora Contract
- 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 November 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 Mike Kaufman.
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 Mike Kaufman at (630) 256-4004. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: SCBA Compressor, SCBA Fill Station with Storage Rack, Routine Maintenance & Servicing, 3 days of training for City of Aurora employees. 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: "Adherence to conditions and requirements, price, qualifications of the bidder, delivery or completion date, product appearance and quality, maintenance costs and warranty provisions, repurchase or res..." 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 is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. 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: Equipment Specifications, Warranty Information, COA Contact Information, References, Sub-Contractor List, Eligibility, Bidder's Tax Certification, Bidder's Certification, Local Vendor Preference Appli. 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.