City of Evanston Cartwright Park and Fitzsimons Park Renovations Bid 26-06 - 2026
City of EvanstonCity · Evanston, IL- Due
- Mar 3, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 12, 2026
- Primary contact
- Linda Thomas
- (617) 675-4444
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Evanston is soliciting construction bids for renovations at Cartwright Park (2.25 acres) and Fitzsimons Park (0.126 acres). Work at Cartwright Park includes a children's playground, pavements, drainage, plumbing, electrical, lighting, shade structures, sport courts, site amenities, and landscaping. Fitzsimons Park improvements include a children's playground, pavements, plumbing, ComEd and Comcast service relocation, shade structures, site amenities, and landscaping. The project requires a 5% bid bond and 100% performance/material & labor payment bonds. Bidders must comply with the Responsible Bidder Ordinance (23-O-25), including a 15% Local Employment Program (LEP) requirement for Evanston residents and participation in registered apprenticeship programs. The City has a 25% M/W/D/EBE participation goal. Bids are due electronically via DemandStar by March 3, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. local time.
Bid Form (Exhibit A), RBO Bid Notice and Compliance Certification (Exhibit B), Local Employment Program Compliance (Exhibit C), M/W/D/EBE Participation Compliance Form (Exhibit E), Disclosure of Ownership Interests (Exhibit I), Certification of Compliance with Prevailing Wage Rate Act (Exhibit K), Major Sub-Contractors Listing (Exhibit L), Bid Bond
Lowest responsible bidder meeting specifications based on price, qualifications, past performance, financial responsibility, and completion date.
SUMMARY
The City of Evanston is soliciting construction bids for renovations at Cartwright Park (2.25 acres) and Fitzsimons Park (0.126 acres).
Work at Cartwright Park includes a children's playground, pavements, drainage, plumbing, electrical, lighting, shade structures, sport courts, site amenities, and landscaping. Fitzsimons Park improvements include a children's playground, pavements, plumbing, ComEd and Comcast service relocation, shade structures, site amenities, and landscaping. The project requires a 5% bid bond and 100% performance/material & labor payment bonds. Bidders must comply with the Responsible Bidder Ordinance (23-O-25), including a 15% Local Employment Program (LEP) requirement for Evanston residents and participation in registered apprenticeship programs. The City has a 25% M/W/D/EBE participation goal. Bids are due electronically via DemandStar by March 3, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. local time.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Lowest responsible bidder meeting specifications based on price
- Qualifications
- Past performance
- Financial responsibility
- Completion date
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Bid Form (Exhibit A)
- RBO Bid Notice and Compliance Certification (Exhibit B)
- Local Employment Program Compliance (Exhibit C)
- M/W/D/EBE Participation Compliance Form (Exhibit E)
- Disclosure of Ownership Interests (Exhibit I)
- Certification of Compliance with Prevailing Wage Rate Act (Exhibit K)
- Major Sub-Contractors Listing (Exhibit L)
- Bid Bond
- 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 March 3, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. For questions, contact Linda Thomas.
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 Linda Thomas 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 (Exhibit A), RBO Bid Notice and Compliance Certification (Exhibit B), Local Employment Program Compliance (Exhibit C), M/W/D/EBE Participation Compliance Form (Exhibit E), Disclosure of Ownership Interests (Exhibit I), Certification of Compliance with Prevailing Wage Rate Act (Exhibit K), M. 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 meeting specifications based on price, qualifications, past performance, financial responsibility, and completion date." 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. 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.