City of Champaign - Purchase of Two Fire Engines - RFP 294974 (2026)
City of ChampaignCity · Champaign, IL- Due
- Oct 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 31, 2026
- Primary contact
- Brian Ball
- (217) 493-5351
The 30-second brief
The Champaign Fire Department is seeking competitive proposals for the purchase of two custom four-door fire engines with top-mounted pump configurations. The project involves heavy-duty municipal fire apparatus equipped with Waterous CSU 1500 gpm pumps, 500-gallon polypropylene booster tanks, Cummins X10 engines, and Allison EVS 3000P transmissions. The solicitation requires compliance with NFPA 1900 standards and includes specific criteria for rescue-style compartmentation, hosebed accessibility, and safety systems. Submissions are due by October 15, 2026, with a question deadline of October 1, 2026, and a notice of interest deadline of October 1, 2026. Vendors must meet CDAP utilization goals of 10% MBE and 5% WBE, along with workforce participation goals, and submit required forms including a disclosure affidavit and proposal bond.
Two fire engines per specifications
Compliance with the Request requirements, Cost of the specified items or services, Ability and capacity of the Vendor, Character and past performance record, Local preference
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Summary
The Champaign Fire Department is seeking competitive proposals for the purchase of two custom four-door fire engines with top-mounted pump configurations.
The project involves heavy-duty municipal fire apparatus equipped with Waterous CSU 1500 gpm pumps, 500-gallon polypropylene booster tanks, Cummins X10 engines, and Allison EVS 3000P transmissions. The solicitation requires compliance with NFPA 1900 standards and includes specific criteria for rescue-style compartmentation, hosebed accessibility, and safety systems. Submissions are due by October 15, 2026, with a question deadline of October 1, 2026, and a notice of interest deadline of October 1, 2026. Vendors must meet CDAP utilization goals of 10% MBE and 5% WBE, along with workforce participation goals, and submit required forms including a disclosure affidavit and proposal bond.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Compliance with the Request requirements
- Cost of the specified items or services
- Ability and capacity of the Vendor
- Character and past performance record
- Local preference
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Two fire engines per specifications
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Proposal Form
- Bid or Proposal Bond
- Disclosure Affidavit
- Affirmative Action Forms
- CDAP Form
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cityofchampaign
- Scope location
- Champaign, IL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Champaign?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 15, 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/cityofchampaign. For questions, contact Brian Ball.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Champaign 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 RFP 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 Brian Ball at (217) 493-5351. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Two fire engines per specifications. 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: "Compliance with the Request requirements, Cost of the specified items or services, Ability and capacity of the Vendor, Character and past performance record, Local preference" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Champaign?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Champaign are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Champaign regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: Proposal Form, Bid or Proposal Bond, Disclosure Affidavit, Affirmative Action Forms, CDAP Form. Review the full document from City of Champaign for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Champaign, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.