City of Elgin RFP 26-001 - Edward Schock Centre Security Wing Park Pool and Lords Park Pool (2026)
Town of ElginCity · Elgin, IL- Due
- Feb 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 27, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Nickon Etminan
- (847) 931-5606 ext 5606
The 30-second brief
The City of Elgin is seeking proposals for professional security services, patrols, access control, and incident response for the Edward Schock Centre of Elgin, Wing Park Pool, and Lords Park Pool. The scope includes providing 3 security officers per shift at the Edward Schock Centre and 1 security officer per shift at each park during operational periods and special events. The initial contract term is 3 years, with an optional 2-year renewal. Proposals are due by February 23, 2026, at 3:00 PM CST via the City's online procurement portal. A mandatory site tour is scheduled for February 4, 2026.
Qualifications of Personnel, Quality of Service, Annual Training and Proficiency, Experience and references, Cost - Price
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Summary
The City of Elgin is seeking proposals for professional security services, patrols, access control, and incident response for the Edward Schock Centre of Elgin, Wing Park Pool, and Lords Park Pool.
The scope includes providing 3 security officers per shift at the Edward Schock Centre and 1 security officer per shift at each park during operational periods and special events. The initial contract term is 3 years, with an optional 2-year renewal. Proposals are due by February 23, 2026, at 3:00 PM CST via the City's online procurement portal. A mandatory site tour is scheduled for February 4, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Qualifications of Personnel
- Quality of Service
- Annual Training and Proficiency
- Experience and references
- Cost - Price
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Tax/Collusion/Debarment Affidavit
- Agreement
- Bidder’s Employee Utilization Form
- Sexual Harassment Form
- Certification Requirements Form
- References Sheet
- Certificate of Insurance
- Pricing Sheet
- RFP Proposal
- Submit to
- https://cityofelgin.ionwave.net/VendorRegistration/PreliminaryInfo.aspx
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Elgin, IL
- Reported agency
- City of Elgin
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Elgin?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 23, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://cityofelgin.ionwave.net/VendorRegistration/PreliminaryInfo.aspx. For questions, contact Nickon Etminan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Elgin 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 Nickon Etminan at (847) 931-5606 ext 5606. 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: "Qualifications of Personnel, Quality of Service, Annual Training and Proficiency, Experience and references, Cost - Price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Elgin?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Elgin are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Elgin 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Tax/Collusion/Debarment Affidavit, Agreement, Bidder’s Employee Utilization Form, Sexual Harassment Form, Certification Requirements Form, References Sheet, Certificate of Insurance, Pricing Sheet, RF. Review the full document from Town of Elgin for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Elgin, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.