City of Evanston 2026 MFT Resurfacing Project RFP
City of EvanstonCity · Evanston, IL- Due
- May 12, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 2, 2026
- Primary contact
- Linda Thomas
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Solicitation for the resurfacing of various streets with minor utility repairs, ADA ramps, concrete curb and sidewalk replacement, and all incidental work, including materials and equipment. Bidders must be pre-qualified by IDOT.
Local Public Agency Formal Contract Proposal (BLR 12200), Schedule of Prices (BLR 12201), Proposal Bid Bond (BLR 12230) (if applicable), Apprenticeship or Training Program Certification (BLR 12325), Affidavit of Illinois Business Office (BLR 12326), Bid Bond, Performance/Material & Labor Payment Bond, Disclosure of Ownership Interest Statement, M/W/D/EBE Participation Compliance Form, Major Sub-Contractors Listing, Conflict of Interest Form, Signature Form, Contractor Services Agreement Acknowledgement Page, Apprenticeship and Training Program Certification, Affidavit of Availability, RBO Bid Notice and Compliance Certification, Local Employment Program Compliance, City of Evanston M/W/D/EBE Policy, M/W/D/EBE Participation Waiver Request, Construction Contractors' Assistance Organizations Form, Certification of Bidder Regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Disclosure of Ownership Interests, Additional Information Sheet, Certificate of Compliance With Prevailing Wage Rate Act
Adherence to all conditions and requirements of the bid specifications; price; qualifications of the Bidder, including past performance, financial responsibility, general reputation, experience, service capabilities, and facilities; delivery or completion date; product appearance, workmanship, finish, taste, feel, overall quality, and results of product testing; maintenance costs and warranty provisions; and repurchase or residual value.
SUMMARY
Solicitation for the resurfacing of various streets with minor utility repairs, ADA ramps, concrete curb and sidewalk replacement, and all incidental work, including materials and equipment. Bidders must be pre-qualified by IDOT.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Adherence to all conditions and requirements of the bid specifications
- Price
- Qualifications of the Bidder, including past performance, financial responsibility, general reputation, experience, service capabilities, and facilities
- Delivery or completion date
- Product appearance, workmanship, finish, taste, feel, overall quality, and results of product testing
- Maintenance costs and warranty provisions
- Repurchase or residual value
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
24- Local Public Agency Formal Contract Proposal (BLR 12200)
- Schedule of Prices (BLR 12201)
- Proposal Bid Bond (BLR 12230) (if applicable)
- Apprenticeship or Training Program Certification (BLR 12325)
- Affidavit of Illinois Business Office (BLR 12326)
- Bid Bond
- Performance/Material & Labor Payment Bond
- Disclosure of Ownership Interest Statement
- M/W/D/EBE Participation Compliance Form
- Major Sub-Contractors Listing
- Conflict of Interest Form
- Signature Form
- Contractor Services Agreement Acknowledgement Page
- Apprenticeship and Training Program Certification
- Affidavit of Availability
- RBO Bid Notice and Compliance Certification
- Local Employment Program Compliance
- City of Evanston M/W/D/EBE Policy
- M/W/D/EBE Participation Waiver Request
- Construction Contractors' Assistance Organizations Form
- Certification of Bidder Regarding Equal Employment Opportunity
- Disclosure of Ownership Interests
- Additional Information Sheet
- Certificate of Compliance With Prevailing Wage Rate Act
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Exhibit A – Bid Form, Exhibit B – RBO Bid Notice and Compliance Certification, Exhibit C – Local Employment Program Compliance, Exhibit D – City of Evanston M/W/D/EBE Policy, Exhibit E – M/W/D/EBE Participation Compliance Form, Exhibit F – M/W/D/EBE Participation Waiver Request, Exhibit G – Construction Contractors' Assistance Organizations Form, Exhibit H – Certification of Bidder Regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Exhibit I – Disclosure of Ownership Interests, Exhibit J – Additional Information Sheet, Exhibit K – Certificate of Compliance With Prevailing Wage Rate Act, Exhibit L – Major Sub-Contractors Listing, Exhibit M – Conflict of Interest, Exhibit N – Signature Form, Exhibit O – Contractor Services Agreement Acknowledgement Page, Prevailing Wages, DemandStar, Contract Specifications, Drawings, Ordinance 1-O-26, Responsible Bidder Ordinance, Pavement Core Report
- Submit to
- Electronically via E-bidding through DemandStar (www.demandstar.com)
- Scope location
- Evanston, Illinois
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Evanston?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 12, 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: Electronically via E-bidding through DemandStar (www.demandstar.com). For questions, contact Linda Thomas.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Evanston 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 Linda Thomas. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Local Public Agency Formal Contract Proposal (BLR 12200), Schedule of Prices (BLR 12201), Proposal Bid Bond (BLR 12230) (if applicable), Apprenticeship or Training Program Certification (BLR 12325), Affidavit of Illinois Business Office (BLR 12326), Bid Bond, Performance/Material & Labor Payment Bon. 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 all conditions and requirements of the bid specifications; price; qualifications of the Bidder, including past performance, financial responsibility, general reputation, experience, servi..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Evanston?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Evanston are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Evanston 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: Exhibit A – Bid Form, Exhibit B – RBO Bid Notice and Compliance Certification, Exhibit C – Local Employment Program Compliance, Exhibit D – City of Evanston M/W/D/EBE Policy, Exhibit E – M/W/D/EBE Par. Review the full document from City of Evanston for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Evanston, Illinois. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.