City of North Chicago Statement of Qualifications for Foss Park Realignment and Naval Station Great Lakes Base Access Analysis - CNC001
City of North ChicagoCity · North Chicago, IL- Due
- Oct 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Bob Miller
- (847) 596-8682
The 30-second brief
The City of North Chicago is seeking professional engineering services to complete engineering studies and design engineering necessary to advance the Foss Park Avenue Realignment Project and Naval Station Great Lakes (NSGL) Base Access Analysis to construction-ready status, including access analysis, roadway design, stakeholder coordination, permitting, and utility relocation design for sanitary sewer, water, and storm infrastructure. The work involves realigning Foss Park Avenue, revising Gate 5 access off Navy property, removing Nimitz Avenue and Marquette Street right-of-way from Navy property, and evaluating access conditions and traffic flow at Gates 1, 4, 5, and 8. The engineering studies and design include federal funding through the Department of Defense Infrastructure Readiness Grant and Defense Communities Infrastructure Project grants, following IDOT Bureau of Local Roads and Streets Policies and Procedures for Quality Based Selection. Submissions are due by October 22, 2026, with questions due by October 15, 2026, directed to Bob Miller via email.
Statement of Qualifications including Cover Letter, IDOT Prequalification list, Project Understanding and Approach, Similar Experience, Project Staffing Plan, And Project Schedule
Project Understanding and Approach (35%), Project Team Capabilities (25%), Similar Experience (25%), IDOT Prequalifications (5%), Workload Capacity (5%), Past Performance (5%)
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Summary
The City of North Chicago is seeking professional engineering services to complete engineering studies and design engineering necessary to advance the Foss Park Avenue Realignment Project and Naval Station Great Lakes (NSGL) Base Access Analysis to construction-ready status, including access analysis, roadway design, stakeholder coordination, permitting, and utility relocation design for sanitary sewer, water, and storm infrastructure.
The work involves realigning Foss Park Avenue, revising Gate 5 access off Navy property, removing Nimitz Avenue and Marquette Street right-of-way from Navy property, and evaluating access conditions and traffic flow at Gates 1, 4, 5, and 8. The engineering studies and design include federal funding through the Department of Defense Infrastructure Readiness Grant and Defense Communities Infrastructure Project grants, following IDOT Bureau of Local Roads and Streets Policies and Procedures for Quality Based Selection. Submissions are due by October 22, 2026, with questions due by October 15, 2026, directed to Bob Miller via email.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Statement of Qualifications including Cover Letter
- IDOT Prequalification list
- Project Understanding and Approach
- Similar Experience
- Project Staffing Plan
- Project Schedule
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
IDOT BDE DISC 2 Template conflict of interest form
- Submit to
- Mr. Bob Miller, Interim Public Works Director, North Chicago Public Works Department, 1850 Lewis Avenue, North Chicago, IL 60064 (Three bound paper copies and one electronic PDF file on a flash drive)
- Scope location
- North Chicago, IL
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of North Chicago?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 22, 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: Mr. Bob Miller, Interim Public Works Director, North Chicago Public Works Department, 1850 Lewis Avenue, North Chicago, IL 60064 (Three bound paper copies and one electronic PDF file on a flash drive). For questions, contact Bob Miller.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of North Chicago 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 Bob Miller at (847) 596-8682. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Statement of Qualifications including Cover Letter, IDOT Prequalification list, Project Understanding and Approach, Similar Experience, Project Staffing Plan, And Project Schedule. 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: "Project Understanding and Approach (35%), Project Team Capabilities (25%), Similar Experience (25%), IDOT Prequalifications (5%), Workload Capacity (5%), Past Performance (5%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of North Chicago?
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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: IDOT BDE DISC 2 Template conflict of interest form. Review the full document from City of North Chicago for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: North Chicago, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.