City of Chicago - Provide Bottled Drinking Water and Water Cooler Rentals - 1197406C (2026)
City of ChicagoCity · Chicago, IL- Due
- Oct 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 27, 2026
- Primary contact
- Thomas Pasciak
- (312) 744-5098
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SUMMARY
The City of Chicago Department of Procurement Services is issuing a Bid (Specification 1197406C, RFQ 56958,1) to provide bottled drinking water, distilled water, and water cooler rentals.
Interested vendors should review the solicitation documents online and are encouraged to attend the pre-bid conference on September 3, 2026, at City Hall, 121 North LaSalle Street, Room 806, Chicago, IL 60602. Proposals and responses are due by October 15, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Central Time. For questions, contact primary buyer Thomas Pasciak.
- Submit to
- https://eprocurement.cityofchicago.org/OA_HTML/OA.jsp?OAFunc=PON_ABSTRACT_PAGE&COC_SOLICIT_NUMBER=56958
- Scope location
- Chicago, IL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Chicago?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 15, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: https://eprocurement.cityofchicago.org/OA_HTML/OA.jsp?OAFunc=PON_ABSTRACT_PAGE&COC_SOLICIT_NUMBER=56958. For questions, contact Thomas Pasciak.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Chicago 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 Thomas Pasciak at (312) 744-5098. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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. Review the full document from City of Chicago for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Chicago, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.