City of Evanston Bid 26-09 Water Main Improvements and Street Resurfacing 2026
City of EvanstonCity · Evanston, IL- Due
- Apr 7, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 5, 2026
- Primary contact
- Cheryl Stuart
- (617) 675-4444
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Procurement for the installation of ductile iron water main pipe, combined and storm sewer pipe, water service pipe replacements, concrete curb and sidewalk repairs, pavement patching, and HMA street resurfacing. Includes related appurtenances and incidental work.
Bid Form, Bid Bond, M/W/D/EBE forms, Contractor Services Agreement Acknowledgement, Disclosure of Ownership Interests, Signature Form, Conflict of Interest Certification, Insurance Certificates, Prevailing Wage Act Compliance Certificate, Subcontractor Disclosure, Local Employment Program Compliance Form, M/W/D/EBE Participation Compliance Form, M/W/D/EBE Utilization Summary Report, M/W/D/EBE Participation Waiver Request, Construction Contractors' Assistance Organizations Form, Equal Employment Opportunity Certification, Additional Information Sheet, Major Sub-Contractors Listing, Power of Attorney, Material Substitution Sheet, Certified Payroll Records
Lowest responsible bidder, adherence to specifications, price, qualifications, past performance, financial responsibility, general reputation, experience, service capabilities, facilities, delivery/completion date, product appearance/quality, maintenance costs, warranty, repurchase/residual value, local preference (5% of low bid), M/W/D/EBE goal (25%), Local Employment Program (LEP) requirements.
SUMMARY
Procurement for the installation of ductile iron water main pipe, combined and storm sewer pipe, water service pipe replacements, concrete curb and sidewalk repairs, pavement patching, and HMA street resurfacing. Includes related appurtenances and incidental work.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
18- Lowest responsible bidder
- Adherence to specifications
- Price
- Qualifications
- Past performance
- Financial responsibility
- General reputation
- Experience
- Service capabilities
- Facilities
- Delivery/completion date
- Product appearance/quality
- Maintenance costs
- Warranty
- Repurchase/residual value
- Local preference (5% of low bid)
- M/W/D/EBE goal (25%)
- Local Employment Program (LEP) requirements
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
21- Bid Form
- Bid Bond
- M/W/D/EBE forms
- Contractor Services Agreement Acknowledgement
- Disclosure of Ownership Interests
- Signature Form
- Conflict of Interest Certification
- Insurance Certificates
- Prevailing Wage Act Compliance Certificate
- Subcontractor Disclosure
- Local Employment Program Compliance Form
- M/W/D/EBE Participation Compliance Form
- M/W/D/EBE Utilization Summary Report
- M/W/D/EBE Participation Waiver Request
- Construction Contractors' Assistance Organizations Form
- Equal Employment Opportunity Certification
- Additional Information Sheet
- Major Sub-Contractors Listing
- Power of Attorney
- Material Substitution Sheet
- Certified Payroll Records
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
16- Exhibit A (Bid Form)
- Exhibit B (RBO Compliance Certification)
- Exhibit C (Local Employment Program Compliance)
- Exhibit D (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)
- Exhibit P (Bid Bond Submittal Label)
- Submit to
- DemandStar (www.demandstar.com)
- Scope location
- Evanston, Illinois
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 April 7, 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: DemandStar (www.demandstar.com). For questions, contact Cheryl Stuart.
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 Cheryl Stuart at (617) 675-4444. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bid Form, Bid Bond, M/W/D/EBE forms, Contractor Services Agreement Acknowledgement, Disclosure of Ownership Interests, Signature Form, Conflict of Interest Certification, Insurance Certificates, Prevailing Wage Act Compliance Certificate, Subcontractor Disclosure, Local Employment Program Compliance. 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: "Lowest responsible bidder, adherence to specifications, price, qualifications, past performance, financial responsibility, general reputation, experience, service capabilities, facilities, delivery/co..." 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 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 D (M/W/D/EBE Policy), Exhibit E (M/W/D/EBE Participation Compliance Form), Exhi. 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.