City of Geneva Fiber Optic Head End Relocation - Professional Services RFQ 2026
City of GenevaCity · Geneva, IL- Due
- Oct 23, 2026
- 7 days left
- Posted
- Oct 2, 2026
- Duration
- 3 months
- Primary contact
- Aaron Holton
- (630) 232-1503
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Geneva, Public Works Department seeks professional engineering services and qualifications to perform a study, determine required work and materials, and estimate costs to relocate the main fiber optic network connection point (Head End) to another city facility. The scope includes evaluating fiber optic system improvements, determining necessary additions to the current network, and providing an engineer's estimate and final report with recommendation ranking for relocation sites. Statements of Qualifications are due by October 23, 2026 at 3:00 p.m., with questions due by October 15, 2026. The contract requires completion within 3 months of a Professional Services Agreement execution. Evaluation criteria encompass Statement of Qualifications, project staffing, project experience, project approach, proposed schedule, and proposal content.
Evaluation of need fiber optic system improvements to relocate fiber connections; Needed additions to current fiber optic network to accommodate the work; Provide Engineer’s estimate for the work needed
Statement of Qualifications Criteria, Project Staffing Criteria, Project Experience Criteria, Project Approach Criteria, Proposed Schedule Criteria, Proposal Content Criteria
SUMMARY
The City of Geneva, Public Works Department seeks professional engineering services and qualifications to perform a study, determine required work and materials, and estimate costs to relocate the main fiber optic network connection point (Head End) to another city facility.
The scope includes evaluating fiber optic system improvements, determining necessary additions to the current network, and providing an engineer's estimate and final report with recommendation ranking for relocation sites. Statements of Qualifications are due by October 23, 2026 at 3:00 p.m., with questions due by October 15, 2026. The contract requires completion within 3 months of a Professional Services Agreement execution. Evaluation criteria encompass Statement of Qualifications, project staffing, project experience, project approach, proposed schedule, and proposal content.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Statement of Qualifications Criteria
- Project Staffing Criteria
- Project Experience Criteria
- Project Approach Criteria
- Proposed Schedule Criteria
- Proposal Content Criteria
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Evaluation of need fiber optic system improvements to relocate fiber connections
- Needed additions to current fiber optic network to accommodate the work
- Provide Engineer’s estimate for the work needed
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Signed addenda
- Submit to
- Aaron Holton, City of Geneva, 1800 South Street, Geneva, Illinois 60134
- Scope location
- Geneva, IL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Geneva?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 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: Aaron Holton, City of Geneva, 1800 South Street, Geneva, Illinois 60134. For questions, contact Aaron Holton.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Geneva 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 RFQ 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 Aaron Holton at (630) 232-1503. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Evaluation of need fiber optic system improvements to relocate fiber connections; Needed additions to current fiber optic network to accommodate the work; Provide Engineer’s estimate for the work needed. 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: "Statement of Qualifications Criteria, Project Staffing Criteria, Project Experience Criteria, Project Approach Criteria, Proposed Schedule Criteria, Proposal Content Criteria" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Geneva?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 23, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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: Signed addenda. Review the full document from City of Geneva for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Geneva, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.