City of Kewanee Public Works - Public Works Trucks Invitation to Bid - 2026
Town of KewaneeCity · Kewanee, IL- Due
- Nov 12, 2026
- 14 days left
- Posted
- Oct 20, 2026
- Primary contact
- Chris Berry
- (309) 761-4857
The 30-second brief
The City of Kewanee, Illinois Department of Public Works is accepting sealed bids to furnish and deliver three new 4x4 gasoline crew cab trucks, fully upfitted and ready for service. Line Item A consists of two 4x4 one-ton pickups with liftgates and crew cabs. Line Item B consists of one 4x4 Class 4 or 5 dual rear wheel cab and chassis with a service body and liftgate. Specifications require four-wheel drive, white color, towing packages with receiver hitches and trailer connectors, trailer brake controllers, heavy-duty headache racks, amber LED warning lights, and upfitter switch panels. Bids are due by November 12, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at the Office of the City Clerk, Kewanee City Hall. Questions must be submitted in writing by October 29, 2026.
Line Item A: two (2) 4x4 one-ton pickups with liftgate; Line Item B: one (1) 4x4 Class 4 or 5 dual rear wheel cab and chassis with a service body and liftgate
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder, bidder's ability to deliver as bid, location and capability of warranty service, record on prior sales to the City
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Summary
The City of Kewanee, Illinois Department of Public Works is accepting sealed bids to furnish and deliver three new 4x4 gasoline crew cab trucks, fully upfitted and ready for service.
Line Item A consists of two 4x4 one-ton pickups with liftgates and crew cabs. Line Item B consists of one 4x4 Class 4 or 5 dual rear wheel cab and chassis with a service body and liftgate. Specifications require four-wheel drive, white color, towing packages with receiver hitches and trailer connectors, trailer brake controllers, heavy-duty headache racks, amber LED warning lights, and upfitter switch panels. Bids are due by November 12, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at the Office of the City Clerk, Kewanee City Hall. Questions must be submitted in writing by October 29, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
- Bidder's ability to deliver as bid
- Location and capability of warranty service
- Record on prior sales to the City
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Line Item A: two (2) 4x4 one-ton pickups with liftgate; Line Item B: one (1) 4x4 Class 4 or 5 dual rear wheel cab and chassis with a service body and liftgate
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Completed and signed Bid Form, Completed Compliance Checklist, Manufacturer build sheet or specification sheet for each line item bid, Specification sheets for the liftgate, service body, ladder and pipe rack, headache rack, trailer brake controller and warning lights, Warranty summary, List of exceptions, Acknowledgment of all addenda
- Submit to
- Office of the City Clerk, Kewanee City Hall, 401 East Third Street, Kewanee, Illinois 61443
- Scope location
- Kewanee, IL
- Reported agency
- City of Kewanee
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Town of Kewanee?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 12, 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: Office of the City Clerk, Kewanee City Hall, 401 East Third Street, Kewanee, Illinois 61443. For questions, contact Chris Berry.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Town of Kewanee 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 Chris Berry at (309) 761-4857. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Line Item A: two (2) 4x4 one-ton pickups with liftgate; Line Item B: one (1) 4x4 Class 4 or 5 dual rear wheel cab and chassis with a service body and liftgate. 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 responsive and responsible bidder, bidder's ability to deliver as bid, location and capability of warranty service, record on prior sales to the City" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Kewanee?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Kewanee are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Kewanee regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 12, 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 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: Completed and signed Bid Form, Completed Compliance Checklist, Manufacturer build sheet or specification sheet for each line item bid, Specification sheets for the liftgate, service body, ladder and p. Review the full document from Town of Kewanee for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Kewanee, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.