City of Elgin - Year 5 Lead Service Line Replacement Program Contract A - Bid 26-004 (2026)
City of Elgin cityCity · Elgin city, IL- Due
- Apr 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 6, 2026
- Primary contact
- Nick Etminan
- (847) 931-5606
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Elgin, Illinois is requesting bids for the Year 5 Lead Service Line Replacement Program – Contract A, Bid Number 26-004. The scope of work includes the installation of approximately 8,200 feet of 8-inch water main, approximately 230 lead service line replacements from the water main to the interior water meter, and all appurtenant work and materials throughout Elgin, IL. Bids are due by April 23, 2026, at 3:00 P.M., with a mandatory pre-bid meeting on March 31, 2026, at 8:00 A.M. at the Public Works Department. An original bid bond of 5% of the bid amount must be delivered by April 23, 2026, at 12:00 P.M. Technical questions are due by April 20, 2026, at 4:00 P.M. The project is funded in part by an Illinois EPA loan and is subject to prevailing wage, Davis-Bacon Act, Build America Buy America Act, and DBE requirements.
8-inch water main (approx. 8, 200 feet), Lead service line replacements from water main to interior water meter (approx. 230 units)
Price, qualifications, financial ability
SUMMARY
The City of Elgin, Illinois is requesting bids for the Year 5 Lead Service Line Replacement Program – Contract A, Bid Number 26-004.
The scope of work includes the installation of approximately 8,200 feet of 8-inch water main, approximately 230 lead service line replacements from the water main to the interior water meter, and all appurtenant work and materials throughout Elgin, IL. Bids are due by April 23, 2026, at 3:00 P.M., with a mandatory pre-bid meeting on March 31, 2026, at 8:00 A.M. at the Public Works Department. An original bid bond of 5% of the bid amount must be delivered by April 23, 2026, at 12:00 P.M. Technical questions are due by April 20, 2026, at 4:00 P.M. The project is funded in part by an Illinois EPA loan and is subject to prevailing wage, Davis-Bacon Act, Build America Buy America Act, and DBE requirements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Price
- Qualifications
- Financial ability
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8-inch water main (approx. 8, 200 feet), Lead service line replacements from water main to interior water meter (approx. 230 units)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Bid bond
- Contract bond
- Certified payrolls
- List of qualified references
- Submit to
- https://cityofelgin.ionwave.net/CurrentSourcingEvents.aspx
- Scope location
- Elgin, IL
- Reported agency
- City of Elgin
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Elgin city?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 23, 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://cityofelgin.ionwave.net/CurrentSourcingEvents.aspx. For questions, contact Nick Etminan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Elgin 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 Nick Etminan at (847) 931-5606. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 8-inch water main (approx. 8, 200 feet), Lead service line replacements from water main to interior water meter (approx. 230 units). 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, financial ability" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Elgin city?
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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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: bid bond, contract bond, certified payrolls, list of qualified references. Review the full document from City of Elgin 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: Elgin, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.