City of Evanston 2026 Playground Improvements Construction Bid 26-30
City of EvanstonCity · Evanston, IL- Due
- Jun 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 28, 2026
- Duration
- 6 months
- Primary contact
- Tammi Nunez
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Evanston is soliciting bids for playground replacement, paving, and amenity updates at Burnham Shores, Eggleston Park, and Snyder Tot-Lot. Electronic bids are due June 23, 2026, via DemandStar.
Bid Form, RBO Bid Notice and Compliance Certification, Local Employment Program Compliance, M/W/D/EBE Participation Compliance Form, Disclosure of Ownership Interests, Certification of Compliance with Prevailing Wage Rate Act, Major Sub-Contractors Listing, Signature Form, Bid Bond
Price, Qualifications, Past performance, Financial responsibility, General reputation, Experience, Service capabilities, Facilities, Delivery or completion date, Product appearance, Workmanship, Finish, Maintenance costs, Warranty provisions
SUMMARY
The City of Evanston is soliciting bids for playground replacement, paving, and amenity updates at Burnham Shores, Eggleston Park, and Snyder Tot-Lot. Electronic bids are due June 23, 2026, via DemandStar.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
14- Price
- Qualifications
- Past performance
- Financial responsibility
- General reputation
- Experience
- Service capabilities
- Facilities
- Delivery or completion date
- Product appearance
- Workmanship
- Finish
- Maintenance costs
- Warranty provisions
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Bid Form
- RBO Bid Notice and Compliance Certification
- Local Employment Program Compliance
- M/W/D/EBE Participation Compliance Form
- Disclosure of Ownership Interests
- Certification of Compliance with Prevailing Wage Rate Act
- Major Sub-Contractors Listing
- Signature Form
- Bid Bond
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
20- Exhibit A
- Exhibit B
- Exhibit C
- Exhibit D
- Exhibit E
- Exhibit F
- Exhibit G
- Exhibit H
- Exhibit I
- Exhibit J
- Exhibit K
- Exhibit L
- Exhibit M
- Exhibit N
- Exhibit O
- Exhibit P
- Drawings
- Ordinance 1-O-26
- Prevailing Wages
- DemandStar E-bidding Information
REQUIRED STAFFING
9- Submit to
- Electronic via DemandStar (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. 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: Electronic via DemandStar (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. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: laborers, apprentices, journeymen, electrical, HVAC, carpenters, masonry, concrete finishers, truck drivers. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bid Form, RBO Bid Notice and Compliance Certification, Local Employment Program Compliance, M/W/D/EBE Participation Compliance Form, Disclosure of Ownership Interests, Certification of Compliance with Prevailing Wage Rate Act, Major Sub-Contractors Listing, Signature Form, Bid Bond. 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, Past performance, Financial responsibility, General reputation, Experience, Service capabilities, Facilities, Delivery or completion date, Product appearance, Workmanship, Finis..." 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 is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 6 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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, Exhibit B, Exhibit C, Exhibit D, Exhibit E, Exhibit F, Exhibit G, Exhibit H, Exhibit I, Exhibit J, Exhibit K, Exhibit L, Exhibit M, Exhibit N, Exhibit O, Exhibit P, Drawings, Ordinance 1-O-. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. 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.