Illinois Student Assistance Commission - Conference Venue & Catering - 26-691ISAC-GENCO-B-50696 (2026)
Illinois Student Assistance Commission | State of IllinoisState · Deerfield, IL- Due
- Jan 21, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 13, 2026
- Primary contact
- Phyllis Wiley
- (847) 948-8500
The 30-second brief
The Illinois Student Assistance Commission seeks quotes for conference space, catering, audiovisual equipment, and parking for the 2026 College Changes Everything (CCE) Conference accommodating up to 600 attendees. The conference requires a main ballroom, ten breakout rooms, an exhibit space of approximately 16,000 square feet, and registration areas located within 25 miles of Tinley Park, Illinois, on July 16, 2026. Required deliverables include room rental, food and beverage services including breakfast and lunch buffet with vegetarian options, audiovisual equipment with 14 projectors and microphones, setup fees, and complimentary parking. Quotes are due by January 21, 2026 at 12:00 PM and must be submitted via Bidbuy. The award will be based on lowest price by item, part, or total.
Room Rental, Food/Beverage, Audio/Visual Equipment, Setup Fee
Lowest price by item, part or portion of an item, group of items, or total
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Summary
The Illinois Student Assistance Commission seeks quotes for conference space, catering, audiovisual equipment, and parking for the 2026 College Changes Everything (CCE) Conference accommodating up to 600 attendees.
The conference requires a main ballroom, ten breakout rooms, an exhibit space of approximately 16,000 square feet, and registration areas located within 25 miles of Tinley Park, Illinois, on July 16, 2026. Required deliverables include room rental, food and beverage services including breakfast and lunch buffet with vegetarian options, audiovisual equipment with 14 projectors and microphones, setup fees, and complimentary parking. Quotes are due by January 21, 2026 at 12:00 PM and must be submitted via Bidbuy. The award will be based on lowest price by item, part, or total.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Lowest price by item
- Part or portion of an item
- Group of items
- Total
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Room Rental
- Food/Beverage
- Audio/Visual Equipment
- Setup Fee
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
RFQ document
- Submit to
- https://www.bidbuy.illinois.gov/bso/external/bidDetail.sda?docId=26-691ISAC-GENCO-B-50696
- Scope location
- Deerfield, IL
- Reported agency
- Illinois Student Assistance Commission
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Illinois Student Assistance Commission | State of Illinois?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 21, 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: https://www.bidbuy.illinois.gov/bso/external/bidDetail.sda?docId=26-691ISAC-GENCO-B-50696. For questions, contact Phyllis Wiley.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Illinois Student Assistance 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 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 Phyllis Wiley at (847) 948-8500. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Room Rental, Food/Beverage, Audio/Visual Equipment, Setup Fee. 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 price by item, part or portion of an item, group of items, or total" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Illinois Student Assistance Commission | State of Illinois?
All active and historical solicitations from Illinois Student Assistance Commission | State of Illinois are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Illinois Student Assistance 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 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: RFQ document. Review the full document from Illinois Student Assistance 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: Deerfield, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
