City of Springfield - FGDS Limestone Supply - RFP UE27-29 (2026)
City of SpringfieldCity · Springfield, IL- Due
- Nov 12, 2026
- 15 days left
- Posted
- Oct 20, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
The 30-second brief
The City of Springfield is seeking sealed bids for the supply of limestone calcium carbonate to be used in the Flue Gas Desulfurization System (FGDS) at the V.Y. Dallman Power Station located in Springfield, Illinois. The estimated annual usage is approximately 60,000 tons, with requirements ranging from 30,000 to 80,000 tons per year. The minimum contract duration is three years, running from January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2029, with an option to renew on a year-to-year basis. Bids must be submitted electronically via the City's Bid Portal by November 12, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. local time.
Limestone calcium carbonate, 30, 000 to 80, 000 tons/year
Calcium Carbonate content, equivalent cost/ton, terms and conditions, costs, overall value
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Summary
The City of Springfield is seeking sealed bids for the supply of limestone calcium carbonate to be used in the Flue Gas Desulfurization System (FGDS) at the V.Y. Dallman Power Station located in Springfield, Illinois.
The estimated annual usage is approximately 60,000 tons, with requirements ranging from 30,000 to 80,000 tons per year. The minimum contract duration is three years, running from January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2029, with an option to renew on a year-to-year basis. Bids must be submitted electronically via the City's Bid Portal by November 12, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. local time.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Calcium Carbonate content
- Equivalent cost/ton
- Terms and conditions
- Costs
- Overall value
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Limestone calcium carbonate
- 30
- 000 to 80
- 000 tons/year
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Complete chemical analysis of the stone
- Name and exact location of manufacturer's operation
- Fuel Cost Adjustment page
- Section 5 Proposal Pricing
- Section 6 Certifications
- Submit to
- https://www.springfield.il.us/departments/OBM/OBMHome.aspx?Purchasing
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Springfield, IL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Springfield?
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://www.springfield.il.us/departments/OBM/OBMHome.aspx?Purchasing.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Springfield 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Limestone calcium carbonate, 30, 000 to 80, 000 tons/year. 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: "Calcium Carbonate content, equivalent cost/ton, terms and conditions, costs, overall value" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Springfield?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Springfield are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Springfield 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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 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: complete chemical analysis of the stone, name and exact location of manufacturer's operation, Fuel Cost Adjustment page, Section 5 Proposal Pricing, Section 6 Certifications. Review the full document from City of Springfield for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Springfield, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.