City of Rockford - Emergency Generator Replacement at Fire Station 8 and Newburg Rd. Transmitter Site - BID NO. 1026-FD-098 (2026)
City of Rockford cityCity · Rockford, IL- Due
- Nov 12, 2026
- 14 days left
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2026
- Primary contact
- Kristin Boel
- (779) 348-7164
The 30-second brief
The City of Rockford seeks bids for BID NO. 1026-FD-098 to purchase and install one new emergency power natural gas generator (200-amp min) at Fire Station 8, located at 505 Sherman St., and to uninstall and relocate the existing generator from Fire Station 8 to the Newburg Rd. Transmitter Site at 4316 Newburg Rd., Rockford, IL. Work includes installing a new 6-inch concrete pad, secondary wiring, CT cabinet, ATS, gas piping, directional boring, ComEd service amperage upgrade, landscape restoration, equipment start-up testing, and 1-year warranty. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 28, 2026, at 10:00 am at Fire Station 8; attendance is required to submit a bid. Written questions are due by November 3, 2026, at 12:00 pm. Submission deadline is November 12, 2026, at 11:00 am. Prevailing wage, bid bond (5%), performance and payment bond, insurance, and apprenticeship requirements apply.
One (1) new emergency power natural gas generator at Fire Station 8 (505 Sherman St., Rockford, IL); uninstall and relocate existing generator to Newburg Rd. Transmitter Site (4316 Newburg Rd., Rockford, IL)
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Summary
The City of Rockford seeks bids for BID NO. 1026-FD-098 to purchase and install one new emergency power natural gas generator (200-amp min) at Fire Station 8, located at 505 Sherman St., and to uninstall and relocate the existing generator from Fire Station 8 to the Newburg Rd.
Transmitter Site at 4316 Newburg Rd., Rockford, IL. Work includes installing a new 6-inch concrete pad, secondary wiring, CT cabinet, ATS, gas piping, directional boring, ComEd service amperage upgrade, landscape restoration, equipment start-up testing, and 1-year warranty. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 28, 2026, at 10:00 am at Fire Station 8; attendance is required to submit a bid. Written questions are due by November 3, 2026, at 12:00 pm. Submission deadline is November 12, 2026, at 11:00 am. Prevailing wage, bid bond (5%), performance and payment bond, insurance, and apprenticeship requirements apply.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
One (1) new emergency power natural gas generator at Fire Station 8 (505 Sherman St., Rockford, IL); uninstall and relocate existing generator to Newburg Rd. Transmitter Site (4316 Newburg Rd., Rockford, IL)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
13- Bid Bond
- City of Rockford Equal Employment Opportunity Certifications
- City of Rockford Subcontractor Utilization Form
- City of Rockford Vendor Workforce Data Form
- City of Rockford Subcontractor Workforce Data Form(s)
- Illinois Prevailing Wage Act Notice and Acknowledgement
- LCPtracker Vendor Information Form
- Acknowledgement of Stormwater Management Ordinance
- Acknowledgement of Addendum
- W-9 Form
- City of Rockford Apprenticeship Form
- Certificate of Insurance
- Additional Insured Endorsement
- Submit to
- https://rockfordil.gov/bids.aspx?bidID=335&PRINT=YES
- Scope location
- Rockford, IL
- Reported agency
- City of Rockford
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Rockford city?
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: https://rockfordil.gov/bids.aspx?bidID=335&PRINT=YES. For questions, contact Kristin Boel.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Rockford 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 Kristin Boel at (779) 348-7164. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: One (1) new emergency power natural gas generator at Fire Station 8 (505 Sherman St., Rockford, IL); uninstall and relocate existing generator to Newburg Rd. Transmitter Site (4316 Newburg Rd., Rockford, IL). 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" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Rockford city?
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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: Bid Bond, City of Rockford Equal Employment Opportunity Certifications, City of Rockford Subcontractor Utilization Form, City of Rockford Vendor Workforce Data Form, City of Rockford Subcontractor Wor. Review the full document from City of Rockford 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: Rockford, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.