City of Evanston - 2026 Playground Improvements - Bid No. 26-30 (2026)
City of EvanstonCity · Evanston, IL- Due
- Jun 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 28, 2026
- Primary contact
- Tammi Nunez
- (847) 448-4311
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Evanston is seeking competitive bids for the 2026 Playground Improvements project, Bid Number 26-30. Work includes playground replacement, general paving, and amenity updates at three City parks: Burnham Shores (1251 Lake Shore Boulevard), Eggleston Park (2100 Payne Street), and Snyder Tot-Lot (745 Judson Avenue). The project entails demolition, cast-in-place concrete, masonry restoration, installation of owner-purchased playground equipment, site furniture, earthwork, utilities, and decorative metal fencing. Bids are due by 2:00 P.M. on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, and must be submitted electronically via DemandStar. A virtual public bid opening will be held via Google Meet. Requirements include a 5% bid bond, 100% performance and labor payment bond, compliance with the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act, Local Employment Program (LEP), and an M/W/D/EBE participation goal of 25%.
Adherence to bid specifications, price, qualifications of the bidder including past performance, financial responsibility, general reputation, experience, service capabilities, facilities, delivery or completion date, product appearance, workmanship, finish, overall quality, results of product testing, maintenance costs, warranty provisions, repurchase or residual value
SUMMARY
The City of Evanston is seeking competitive bids for the 2026 Playground Improvements project, Bid Number 26-30.
Work includes playground replacement, general paving, and amenity updates at three City parks: Burnham Shores (1251 Lake Shore Boulevard), Eggleston Park (2100 Payne Street), and Snyder Tot-Lot (745 Judson Avenue). The project entails demolition, cast-in-place concrete, masonry restoration, installation of owner-purchased playground equipment, site furniture, earthwork, utilities, and decorative metal fencing. Bids are due by 2:00 P.M. on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, and must be submitted electronically via DemandStar. A virtual public bid opening will be held via Google Meet. Requirements include a 5% bid bond, 100% performance and labor payment bond, compliance with the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act, Local Employment Program (LEP), and an M/W/D/EBE participation goal of 25%.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
17- Adherence to bid specifications
- Price
- Qualifications of the bidder including past performance
- Financial responsibility
- General reputation
- Experience
- Service capabilities
- Facilities
- Delivery or completion date
- Product appearance
- Workmanship
- Finish
- Overall quality
- Results of product testing
- Maintenance costs
- Warranty provisions
- Repurchase or residual value
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
26- Exhibit A Bid Form
- Exhibit B RBO Compliance Certification
- Exhibit C Local Employment Program Compliance
- Exhibit E M/W/D/EBE Participation Compliance 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 Acknowledgment
- Exhibit P Bid Bond Submittal Label
- 5% bid bond
- Disclosure of ownership interest statement form
- OSHA certification copies
- Substance abuse program copy
- Workers' compensation policy
- IDES registration
- Corporate status record
- Tax and legal disclosures
- Business licenses
- Statement of similar projects
- Performance history
- Subcontractor information
- Sam.gov ID number
- Submit to
- www.demandstar.com
- Scope location
- Evanston, IL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Evanston?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 23, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: www.demandstar.com. For questions, contact Tammi Nunez.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
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 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 Tammi Nunez at (847) 448-4311. 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: "Adherence to bid specifications, price, qualifications of the bidder including past performance, financial responsibility, general reputation, experience, service capabilities, facilities, delivery or..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Evanston?
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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: Exhibit A Bid Form, Exhibit B RBO Compliance Certification, Exhibit C Local Employment Program Compliance, Exhibit E M/W/D/EBE Participation Compliance Form, Exhibit H Certification of Bidder Regardin. 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, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.