City of Oak Forest Engineering Consultant Services RFP 2026
- Due
- Jan 19, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 9, 2026
- Primary contact
- Michael Salamowicz
- (708) 535-4090
The 30-second brief
The City of Oak Forest is seeking proposals from qualified and experienced engineering firms to provide engineering design, bidding, and construction engineering services for the City's 2026 MFT Road Program. The initial agreement will be for one year, with potential for two one-year renewals.
Engineering design, Bidding, Construction engineering services, MFT funding documentation, IDOT approval, Bid process assistance, Addendums, Bid opening attendance, Bidder review, Bid tabulation, Award recommendation, Preconstruction meeting scheduling, Construction engineering services, Monitoring, Inspections, Layout, Quantity tracking, Documentation, Final inspections, Closeout documentation
Recent Experience with Similar Projects, Project Control (Cost Control, Scheduling Method, Quality Control), Proximity to Project Location, Proposed Scope and Fee
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Summary
The City of Oak Forest is seeking proposals from qualified and experienced engineering firms to provide engineering design, bidding, and construction engineering services for the City's 2026 MFT Road Program. The initial agreement will be for one year, with potential for two one-year renewals.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Recent Experience with Similar Projects
- Project Control (Cost Control, Scheduling Method, Quality Control)
- Proximity to Project Location
- Proposed Scope and Fee
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
20- Engineering design
- Bidding
- Construction engineering services
- MFT funding documentation
- IDOT approval
- Bid process assistance
- Addendums
- Bid opening attendance
- Bidder review
- Bid tabulation
- Award recommendation
- Preconstruction meeting scheduling
- Construction engineering services
- Monitoring
- Inspections
- Layout
- Quantity tracking
- Documentation
- Final inspections
- Closeout documentation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Appendix A: Certifications and Assurances, Appendix B: Non-Collusion Certificate
- Submit to
- 15440 S. Central Avenue Oak Forest, IL 60452
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Oak Forest?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 19, 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: 15440 S. Central Avenue Oak Forest, IL 60452. For questions, contact Michael Salamowicz.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Oak Forest 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 RFP 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 Michael Salamowicz at (708) 535-4090. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Engineering design, Bidding, Construction engineering services, MFT funding documentation, IDOT approval, Bid process assistance, Addendums, Bid opening attendance, Bidder review, Bid tabulation, Award recommendation, Preconstruction meeting scheduling, Construction engineering services, Monitoring,. 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: "Recent Experience with Similar Projects, Project Control (Cost Control, Scheduling Method, Quality Control), Proximity to Project Location, Proposed Scope and Fee" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Oak Forest?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Oak Forest are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Oak Forest 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 RFP?
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: Appendix A: Certifications and Assurances, Appendix B: Non-Collusion Certificate. Review the full document from City of Oak Forest for the complete list.