Deerfield Park District Purchase of T-Shirts and Apparel Bid 2026
Deerfield Park DistrictSpecial District · Deerfield, IL- Due
- Feb 18, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 29, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jim Gariti
- (847) 572-2627
The 30-second brief
The Deerfield Park District is soliciting sealed bids for the purchase of T-shirts and apparel to support recreation programs, camps, pool staff, and special events. The procurement includes various shirt styles, colors, and sizes, featuring screen printing and embroidery services. Bidders must demonstrate experience providing similar apparel items to park districts or comparable public agencies and provide references. Delivery of all items is required by April 30, 2026. Bids are due by February 18, 2026, at 10:00 AM at Jewett Park, with a public bid opening scheduled for the same time. Vendors must comply with the Illinois Human Rights Act and provide contractor certification and tax exemption compliance.
Apparel, Screen-printed items, References
Unit costs, demonstrated experience, references
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Summary
The Deerfield Park District is soliciting sealed bids for the purchase of T-shirts and apparel to support recreation programs, camps, pool staff, and special events.
The procurement includes various shirt styles, colors, and sizes, featuring screen printing and embroidery services. Bidders must demonstrate experience providing similar apparel items to park districts or comparable public agencies and provide references. Delivery of all items is required by April 30, 2026. Bids are due by February 18, 2026, at 10:00 AM at Jewett Park, with a public bid opening scheduled for the same time. Vendors must comply with the Illinois Human Rights Act and provide contractor certification and tax exemption compliance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Unit costs
- Demonstrated experience
- References
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Apparel
- Screen-printed items
- References
- Submit to
- Jewett Park
- Scope location
- Deerfield, IL
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Deerfield Park District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 18, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: Jewett Park. For questions, contact Jim Gariti.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Deerfield Park District 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 Jim Gariti at (847) 572-2627. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Apparel, Screen-printed items, References. 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: "Unit costs, demonstrated experience, references" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Deerfield Park District?
All active and historical solicitations from Deerfield Park District are tracked and searchable. As a special district agency, Deerfield Park District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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. Review the full document from Deerfield Park District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Deerfield, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.