Ela Township Community Center Improvements IFP - 380 Surryse Road - ELACOMMUNITYCENTER_04
Town of ElaCity · Lake Zurich, IL- Due
- Nov 6, 2026
- 3 days left
- Posted
- Sep 21, 2026
- Primary contact
- Ted Marciniak
- (847) 438-7823
The 30-second brief
Ela Township seeks general contractors for interior improvements and renovation at the Ela Township Community Center located at 380 Surryse Road, Lake Zurich, Illinois 60047. The scope of work encompasses approximately 1,236 sq ft of community room area and 387 sq ft of storage area, including community room renovation, demolition and reconstruction, installation of a Corflex 5000 Series acoustic movable partition, ceiling and lighting improvements, high-efficiency and recessed/can lighting, HVAC and fire sprinkler coordination, storage improvements, laundry plumbing and electrical work for a stackable washer/dryer area, floor-to-ceiling mirrored wall, and separately priced optional storefront modifications. Bids are due by November 6, 2026, at 12:00 PM. A mandatory pre-bid conference and site walkthrough is scheduled for October 6, 2026, at 10:30 AM, and questions are due by October 30, 2026, at 12:00 PM. The project is subject to Illinois Prevailing Wage Act requirements and bonding.
Base Bid – Complete Community Center Improvements, Optional Work – Storefront Modification (separately priced), Alternates / Voluntary Value Engineering
Qualifications, Relevant Experience, and Capacity (25%), Project Approach and Technical Understanding (25%), Schedule and Ability to Deliver (15%), Cost Bid and Narrative (35%)
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Summary
Ela Township seeks general contractors for interior improvements and renovation at the Ela Township Community Center located at 380 Surryse Road, Lake Zurich, Illinois 60047.
The scope of work encompasses approximately 1,236 sq ft of community room area and 387 sq ft of storage area, including community room renovation, demolition and reconstruction, installation of a Corflex 5000 Series acoustic movable partition, ceiling and lighting improvements, high-efficiency and recessed/can lighting, HVAC and fire sprinkler coordination, storage improvements, laundry plumbing and electrical work for a stackable washer/dryer area, floor-to-ceiling mirrored wall, and separately priced optional storefront modifications. Bids are due by November 6, 2026, at 12:00 PM. A mandatory pre-bid conference and site walkthrough is scheduled for October 6, 2026, at 10:30 AM, and questions are due by October 30, 2026, at 12:00 PM. The project is subject to Illinois Prevailing Wage Act requirements and bonding.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Base Bid – Complete Community Center Improvements
- Optional Work – Storefront Modification (separately priced)
- Alternates / Voluntary Value Engineering
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Completed and signed Bid Form, Base Bid and Optional Work Pricing Completed, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Professional and Bank References, Statement of Qualifications and Comparable Project Experience, W-9, Certificate of Insurance, Performance Bond / Surety Capacity Letter, Prevailing Wage and Labor Compliance Certification, Drug-Free Workplace / Substance Abuse Prevention on Public Works Projects Act Compliance Acknowledgment Certification, Illinois Human Rights Act Compliance Certification, Subcontractor List, Financial Capacity Documentation, Required Disclosures, Bid-Rigging / Bid-Rotating Certification
- Submit to
- Ela Township Town Hall, 1155 E. Route 22, Lake Zurich, Illinois 60047
- Scope location
- Lake Zurich, Illinois
- Projected sq ft
- 1,623 sq ft
- Reported agency
- Ela Township
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Town of Ela?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 6, 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: Ela Township Town Hall, 1155 E. Route 22, Lake Zurich, Illinois 60047. For questions, contact Ted Marciniak.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Town of Ela 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 IFB 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 Ted Marciniak at (847) 438-7823. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Base Bid – Complete Community Center Improvements, Optional Work – Storefront Modification (separately priced), Alternates / Voluntary Value Engineering. 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: "Qualifications, Relevant Experience, and Capacity (25%), Project Approach and Technical Understanding (25%), Schedule and Ability to Deliver (15%), Cost Bid and Narrative (35%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Ela?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Ela are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Ela regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 6, 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 IFB?
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: Completed and signed Bid Form, Base Bid and Optional Work Pricing Completed, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Professional and Bank References, Statement of Qualifications and Comparable Project Experience, W. Review the full document from Town of Ela for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lake Zurich, Illinois. The total projected area is 1623 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.