City of Evanston Mechanical Shades - Robert Crown Center South Hallways Construction Bid 25-42 - 2025
Town of EvansCity · Evans, IL- Due
- Aug 5, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 17, 2025
- Primary contact
- Linda Thomas
- (617) 675-4444
The 30-second brief
The City of Evanston is soliciting bids for the installation of Somfy-integrated mechanical roller shades and controls in three areas of the Robert Crown Community Center. Bids are due by August 5, 2025, and require a certified Somfy Expert installer.
Bid Form, M/W/D/EBE Participation Forms, Disclosure of Ownership Interests, Signature Form, Bid Bond
Price, qualifications, past performance, financial responsibility, general reputation, experience, service capabilities, delivery date, product quality, maintenance costs
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Summary
The City of Evanston is soliciting bids for the installation of Somfy-integrated mechanical roller shades and controls in three areas of the Robert Crown Community Center. Bids are due by August 5, 2025, and require a certified Somfy Expert installer.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
10- Price
- Qualifications
- Past performance
- Financial responsibility
- General reputation
- Experience
- Service capabilities
- Delivery date
- Product quality
- Maintenance costs
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Bid Form
- M/W/D/EBE Participation Forms
- Disclosure of Ownership Interests
- Signature Form
- Bid Bond
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
15- 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
REQUIRED STAFFING
9- Submit to
- Electronic via DemandStar
- Scope location
- Evanston, IL
- Reported agency
- City of Evanston
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Town of Evans?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 5, 2025. 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. For questions, contact Linda Thomas.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Town of Evans 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 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, M/W/D/EBE Participation Forms, Disclosure of Ownership Interests, 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, delivery date, product quality, maintenance costs" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Evans?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Evans are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Evans 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, 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. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Town of Evans 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.