Illinois Central College Illuminated College Signage RFP 2026
Illinois Central CollegeHigher Ed · East Peoria, IL- Due
- Aug 31, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Tom Braun
- (309) 472-3537
The 30-second brief
Illinois Central College (ICC) is soliciting proposals for the modernization of exterior illuminated signage on the upper level of the Edwards Building at the East Peoria Campus. The project scope includes the design, fabrication, and installation of individually illuminated LED letters (minimum 4ft height) and an icon logo (minimum 15ft height) with a ProFab rigid retainer. Work also involves custom-fabricated extruded aluminum LED light bars in ICC blue and yellow, removal of existing signage, and electrical hookup to provided power feeds. Proposers must provide design drawings, written qualifications, five examples of similar work, and an itemized quote reflecting prevailing wage. The target completion date for installation is November 30, 2026. Proposals are due via email by August 31, 2026.
Completeness & quality of the proposal (40%), Applicant characteristics (20%), Price/Cost Proposal (40%)
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Summary
Illinois Central College (ICC) is soliciting proposals for the modernization of exterior illuminated signage on the upper level of the Edwards Building at the East Peoria Campus.
The project scope includes the design, fabrication, and installation of individually illuminated LED letters (minimum 4ft height) and an icon logo (minimum 15ft height) with a ProFab rigid retainer. Work also involves custom-fabricated extruded aluminum LED light bars in ICC blue and yellow, removal of existing signage, and electrical hookup to provided power feeds. Proposers must provide design drawings, written qualifications, five examples of similar work, and an itemized quote reflecting prevailing wage. The target completion date for installation is November 30, 2026. Proposals are due via email by August 31, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Design drawings
- Written qualifications
- 5 examples of similar work
- Itemized quote
- Proposed timeline
- Vendor’s Certification Form
- Scope location
- East Peoria, IL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Illinois Central College?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 31, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. For questions, contact Tom Braun.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Illinois Central College 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 Tom Braun at (309) 472-3537. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Completeness & quality of the proposal (40%), Applicant characteristics (20%), Price/Cost Proposal (40%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Illinois Central College?
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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: design drawings, written qualifications, 5 examples of similar work, itemized quote, proposed timeline, Vendor’s Certification Form. Review the full document from Illinois Central College for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: East Peoria, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.