City of Highland Park Construction Manager Services RFQ 2025 - Public Services Center / Fire Station 34
City of Highland ParkCity · Highland Park, IL- Due
- Nov 20, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 30, 2025
- Primary contact
- Joe Schrage
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Highland Park is requesting statements of qualifications for construction manager-at-risk (CMR) services for the renovation and expansion of the Public Services Center and Fire Station 34 located at 1150 and 1100 Half Day Road. The project has a preliminary budget of $17,500,000. The selected CMR will provide pre-construction estimating, value engineering, and construction phase services under a guaranteed maximum price (GMP) contract. Key requirements include experience with public safety projects, bonding capacity, and a proven safety record. A pre-submission meeting and site tour will be held on November 6, 2025. Responses are due by 4:00 PM on November 20, 2025, and must include both electronic and hard-copy formats.
Statement of Qualifications, Cover letter, List of key personnel, Project-specific plan, Technical proposal, Pricing proposal
Competence, Ability, Past Performance, Financial Responsibility, Other Qualifications
SUMMARY
The City of Highland Park is requesting statements of qualifications for construction manager-at-risk (CMR) services for the renovation and expansion of the Public Services Center and Fire Station 34 located at 1150 and 1100 Half Day Road.
The project has a preliminary budget of $17,500,000. The selected CMR will provide pre-construction estimating, value engineering, and construction phase services under a guaranteed maximum price (GMP) contract. Key requirements include experience with public safety projects, bonding capacity, and a proven safety record. A pre-submission meeting and site tour will be held on November 6, 2025. Responses are due by 4:00 PM on November 20, 2025, and must include both electronic and hard-copy formats.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Competence
- Ability
- Past Performance
- Financial Responsibility
- Other Qualifications
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Statement of Qualifications
- Cover letter
- List of key personnel
- Project-specific plan
- Technical proposal
- Pricing proposal
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Exhibit A - Area Plans
REQUIRED STAFFING
key personnel
- Submit to
- 1130 Central Avenue, Highland Park, Illinois 60035
- Scope location
- Highland Park, IL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Highland Park?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 20, 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: 1130 Central Avenue, Highland Park, Illinois 60035. For questions, contact Joe Schrage.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Highland Park 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 Joe Schrage. 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: key personnel. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Statement of Qualifications, Cover letter, List of key personnel, Project-specific plan, Technical proposal, Pricing proposal. 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: "Competence, Ability, Past Performance, Financial Responsibility, Other Qualifications" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Highland Park?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Highland Park are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Highland Park 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 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: Exhibit A - Area Plans. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from City of Highland Park for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Highland Park, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.