City of Urbana Electric Power Installation Design-Build RFP FY2026-RFP-139
City of Urbana, City of Urbana, IL·City
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- Primary Contact
- Mike McMahon · (217) 384-2444
- Scope Location
- Urbana, IL
- Submission Address
- 400 S Vine St, Urbana, IL, 61801
SUMMARY
The City of Urbana is soliciting bids for a design-build contract for electric power installation to support a new downtown entertainment facility. The project is located at two vacant lots at the northwest and southwest corners of Green and Race Streets, specifically the North Lot at 202 W Green St. The selected contractor will be responsible for the full lifecycle of the project, including meeting with city officials, preparing plans and schematics, obtaining all necessary permits, procuring materials, and performing the physical installation of electric service. Post-installation requirements include facilitating a final inspection, providing operational training, and offering warranty and maintenance services. Bids are due by August 8, 2025, at the City's submission location in Urbana, IL.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Plans, Schematics, Permits, Installed electric service, Training, Warranty and maintenance services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Urbana?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 8, 2025. 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: 400 S Vine St, Urbana, IL, 61801. For questions, contact Mike McMahon.
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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: map. Review the full document from City of Urbana for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Urbana 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 Mike McMahon at (217) 384-2444. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Urbana, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Plans, Schematics, Permits, Installed electric service, Training, Warranty and maintenance services. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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