City of Rock Island - Invitation to Bid for Carpentry & Electrical - NEDPL 18-2026 Triplett - 2026
City of Rock Island cityCity · Rock Island, IL- Due
- Nov 9, 2026
- 11 days left
- Posted
- Oct 26, 2026
- Duration
- 1 months
- Primary contact
- Jeff Laxton
- (309) 732-2906
The 30-second brief
The City of Rock Island is requesting bids from contractors for a residential rehabilitation project at 2948 12th Street using HUD funds to ameliorate deteriorated conditions. The work involves carpentry and electrical updates, including replacing first floor and basement windows with vinyl double-hung units, installing energy code glazing, insulating frames, break metal, caulking, repairing the basement handrail, rewiring/code compliance in the basement, installing CO2/smoke detectors, LED motion lights, ceiling fans, bathroom vanity lights, and a bath fan/light combo. Bidders must submit a project plan with a timeline and itemized line item costs, separating labor and material. The submission deadline is November 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM, addressed to the CED Department, Attn: Jeff Laxton, 1528 3rd Avenue, Rock Island, IL 61201. Bidders must be licensed with the Illinois Secretary of State, bonded, and insured, providing proof of General Liability, Vehicle, and Workers Compensation insurance naming the City of Rock Island as a Certificate Holder.
Remove all windows on the first floor and basement and install new vinyl double hung windows, Insulate around window frames, Install new white break metal, Caulk new units and J-channels, Replace basement windows with sliders and double hung, Repair basement handrail, Bring basement electrical up to code, Install CO2/smokers, Install 4 LED motion lights, Replace kitchen light fixture with ceiling mounted LED, Replace 2 bedrooms and living room with new ceiling fan/light combos, Replace hallway light, Replace vanity light/surface mounted medicine cabinet, Install bath fan/light combo, Install missing switch and plate covers
Pricing, experience, previous work history, references, State Licenses, State Registration, insurances, bonds, subcontractors, equipment owned, equipment rented, operator experience, financial stability
Bids like this start as pre-RFPs. Get the next ones early.
Get matched pre-RFPs freeFree account · 30-second setup · No credit card
Summary
The City of Rock Island is requesting bids from contractors for a residential rehabilitation project at 2948 12th Street using HUD funds to ameliorate deteriorated conditions.
The work involves carpentry and electrical updates, including replacing first floor and basement windows with vinyl double-hung units, installing energy code glazing, insulating frames, break metal, caulking, repairing the basement handrail, rewiring/code compliance in the basement, installing CO2/smoke detectors, LED motion lights, ceiling fans, bathroom vanity lights, and a bath fan/light combo. Bidders must submit a project plan with a timeline and itemized line item costs, separating labor and material. The submission deadline is November 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM, addressed to the CED Department, Attn: Jeff Laxton, 1528 3rd Avenue, Rock Island, IL 61201. Bidders must be licensed with the Illinois Secretary of State, bonded, and insured, providing proof of General Liability, Vehicle, and Workers Compensation insurance naming the City of Rock Island as a Certificate Holder.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
13- Pricing
- Experience
- Previous work history
- References
- State Licenses
- State Registration
- Insurances
- Bonds
- Subcontractors
- Equipment owned
- Equipment rented
- Operator experience
- Financial stability
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Remove all windows on the first floor and basement and install new vinyl double hung windows, Insulate around window frames, Install new white break metal, Caulk new units and J-channels, Replace basement windows with sliders and double hung, Repair basement handrail, Bring basement electrical up to code, Install CO2/smokers, Install 4 LED motion lights, Replace kitchen light fixture with ceiling mounted LED, Replace 2 bedrooms and living room with new ceiling fan/light combos, Replace hallway light, Replace vanity light/surface mounted medicine cabinet, Install bath fan/light combo, Install missing switch and plate covers
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
General Liability, Vehicle, and Workers Compensation Insurances naming the City of Rock Island as a Certificate Holder
- Submit to
- CED Department, Attn: Jeff Laxton, 1528 3rd Avenue, Rock Island, IL 61201
- Scope location
- Rock Island, IL
- Reported agency
- City of Rock Island
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Rock Island city?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 9, 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: CED Department, Attn: Jeff Laxton, 1528 3rd Avenue, Rock Island, IL 61201. For questions, contact Jeff Laxton.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Rock Island city 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 Jeff Laxton at (309) 732-2906. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Remove all windows on the first floor and basement and install new vinyl double hung windows, Insulate around window frames, Install new white break metal, Caulk new units and J-channels, Replace basement windows with sliders and double hung, Repair basement handrail, Bring basement electrical up to. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
Show 6 more questions
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Pricing, experience, previous work history, references, State Licenses, State Registration, insurances, bonds, subcontractors, equipment owned, equipment rented, operator experience, financial stabili..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Rock Island city?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Rock Island city are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Rock Island city regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 9, 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: General Liability, Vehicle, and Workers Compensation Insurances naming the City of Rock Island as a Certificate Holder. Review the full document from City of Rock Island city for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Rock Island, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.