Illinois Medical District Commission - Ambassador Services RFP 26-006 (2026)
Illinois Medical District Commission | State of IllinoisState · Chicago, IL- Due
- Jun 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 7, 2026
- Primary contact
- Chris Fahey
The 30-second brief
The Illinois Medical District Commission (IMDC) is requesting proposals from qualified firms to provide ambassador services (IMDC RFP 26-006) for the 560-acre Illinois Medical District (IMD) in Chicago, Illinois. The program aims to enhance cleanliness, identity, safety, and vibrancy through foot and bike patrols, wayfinding, reporting code violations or illegal activity, basic maintenance tasks such as graffiti removal, power washing, and trash pickup, and special event support. The service area is bounded by Oakley Blvd, Congress Pkwy, Ashland Ave, and the Union Pacific Intermodal. Proposals are due by June 22, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. CST, with questions due by May 22, 2026. The contract requires minority- and women-owned business enterprise (MBE/WBE) participation goals of 25% and 5% respectively, and three pricing options based on weekly staffing hours of 200, 280, and 320.
Foot and bike patrols, Employee/visitor assistance and wayfinding, Reporting illegal activity and maintenance needs, Graffiti removal, Power washing, Trash pickup, Special event setup/breakdown and litter abatement, Quarterly service reports, Staff training, Work plan and staffing plan
Team, Related Experience and References, Approach and Strategy, Pricing
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Summary
The Illinois Medical District Commission (IMDC) is requesting proposals from qualified firms to provide ambassador services (IMDC RFP 26-006) for the 560-acre Illinois Medical District (IMD) in Chicago, Illinois.
The program aims to enhance cleanliness, identity, safety, and vibrancy through foot and bike patrols, wayfinding, reporting code violations or illegal activity, basic maintenance tasks such as graffiti removal, power washing, and trash pickup, and special event support. The service area is bounded by Oakley Blvd, Congress Pkwy, Ashland Ave, and the Union Pacific Intermodal. Proposals are due by June 22, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. CST, with questions due by May 22, 2026. The contract requires minority- and women-owned business enterprise (MBE/WBE) participation goals of 25% and 5% respectively, and three pricing options based on weekly staffing hours of 200, 280, and 320.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Team
- Related Experience and References
- Approach and Strategy
- Pricing
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- Foot and bike patrols
- Employee/visitor assistance and wayfinding
- Reporting illegal activity and maintenance needs
- Graffiti removal
- Power washing
- Trash pickup
- Special event setup/breakdown and litter abatement
- Quarterly service reports
- Staff training
- Work plan and staffing plan
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Cover letter
- Respondent Team Experience and Qualifications
- Engagement Approach and Strategy
- Financial Bonding and Insurance Capacity
- Legal Actions Inquiries and Investigations
- Pricing/Fee Proposal
- Special Considerations
- Exhibit B Respondent Contact
- Exhibit C Disclosures and Conflicts of Interest
- Exhibit D Taxpayer Identification Number
- Exhibit E Business and Directory Information
REQUIRED STAFFING
Operations Manager
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Chicago, IL
- Reported agency
- Illinois Medical District Commission
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Illinois Medical District Commission | State of Illinois?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 22, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Chris Fahey.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Illinois Medical District Commission | State of Illinois 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 Chris Fahey. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Operations Manager. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Foot and bike patrols, Employee/visitor assistance and wayfinding, Reporting illegal activity and maintenance needs, Graffiti removal, Power washing, Trash pickup, Special event setup/breakdown and litter abatement, Quarterly service reports, Staff training, Work plan and staffing plan. 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: "Team, Related Experience and References, Approach and Strategy, Pricing" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Illinois Medical District Commission | State of Illinois?
All active and historical solicitations from Illinois Medical District Commission | State of Illinois are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Illinois Medical District Commission | State of Illinois 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 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: Cover letter, Respondent Team Experience and Qualifications, Engagement Approach and Strategy, Financial Bonding and Insurance Capacity, Legal Actions Inquiries and Investigations, Pricing/Fee Proposa. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Illinois Medical District Commission | State of Illinois for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Chicago, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.