Illinois Office of the Secretary of State - Capitol Light Poles - RFQ 27-350SOS-PHYSE-B-53465 - 2026
Illinois Office of the Secretary of State | State of IllinoisState · Springfield, IL- Due
- Jul 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 24, 2026
- Primary contact
- Katie Speck
The 30-second brief
The Illinois Office of the Secretary of State is seeking bids for the installation of innerduct to 4 light poles on the Illinois State Capitol at 401 S 2nd Street, Springfield, IL 62756. The work includes installing innerduct underground using Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) from the marked junction box to the light poles, ensuring innerduct is at least 1 inch in diameter with at least 6 AWG lines, terminating to existing light pole wires, and working with ILSOS electricians to ensure lights are operational. Location services and permitting will be the responsibility of the contractor. Bids are due by July 30, 2026. The awarded vendor must have a valid electrical license in the State of Illinois.
Installation of innerduct to 4 light poles using Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD); termination to existing light pole wires; location services and permitting
Lowest responsive and responsible bid by total cost
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Summary
The Illinois Office of the Secretary of State is seeking bids for the installation of innerduct to 4 light poles on the Illinois State Capitol at 401 S 2nd Street, Springfield, IL 62756.
The work includes installing innerduct underground using Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) from the marked junction box to the light poles, ensuring innerduct is at least 1 inch in diameter with at least 6 AWG lines, terminating to existing light pole wires, and working with ILSOS electricians to ensure lights are operational. Location services and permitting will be the responsibility of the contractor. Bids are due by July 30, 2026. The awarded vendor must have a valid electrical license in the State of Illinois.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible bid by total cost
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Installation of innerduct to 4 light poles using Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD)
- Termination to existing light pole wires
- Location services and permitting
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
price proposal, completed forms and signature areas
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Springfield, IL
- Reported agency
- Illinois Office of the Secretary of State
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Illinois Office of the Secretary of State | State of Illinois?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 30, 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 Katie Speck.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Illinois Office of the Secretary of State | 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 RFQ 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 Katie Speck. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Installation of innerduct to 4 light poles using Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD); termination to existing light pole wires; location services and permitting. 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: "Lowest responsive and responsible bid by total cost" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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: price proposal, completed forms and signature areas. Review the full document from Illinois Office of the Secretary of State | 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: Springfield, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.