City of Urbana Geothermal Program Services RFP FY2025-RFP-101
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- Primary Contact
- Scott Tess · (217) 384-2381
- Scope Location
- Urbana, IL
- Submission Address
- 706 South Glover Avenue, Urbana, IL, 61802
SUMMARY
The City of Urbana is soliciting proposals for the Geothermal Urbana-Champaign program under solicitation FY2025-RFP-101. The selected contractor will handle the design, procurement, and installation of new residential and commercial geothermal heat pump systems at bulk prices for participants in Champaign, Piatt, and Vermilion Counties. The program aims to increase geothermal installations through a group purchase model with advantageous pricing and rebates. Responsibilities include participating in 'Geothermal Power Hour' educational sessions and coordinating outreach with the Geothermal Alliance of Illinois (GAOI). Proposals are due by January 28, 2025, at the City's Glover Avenue location. Historical data shows 46 systems installed between 2021 and 2024.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Design, Procurement, Installation, Information sessions
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
proposals
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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 January 28, 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: 706 South Glover Avenue, Urbana, IL, 61802. For questions, contact Scott Tess.
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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: proposals. 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 Scott Tess at (217) 384-2381. 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: Design, Procurement, Installation, Information sessions. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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