Lake Bluff School District 65 Elementary School Generator Addition Bid - Project No. 250234 - 2026
Lake Bluff ESD 65School · Lake Bluff, IL- Due
- Apr 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 19, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jay Kahn
- (630) 739-6925
The 30-second brief
Lake Bluff School District 65 is soliciting bids for the Lake Bluff Elementary School Generator Addition project (Project No. 250234). The scope of work involves the procurement and installation of a new natural gas standby generator to replace an obsolete battery-powered emergency lighting inverter system. Work includes electrical distribution system upgrades, a comprehensive infrared (IR) thermographic scan of existing distribution panel 'DW1A', and potential replacement of three circuit breakers. The project requires coordination with school schedules, with major work planned for summer recess and final electrical changeover anticipated during winter break. Bidders must provide a 10% bid bond and comply with Illinois Prevailing Wage Act requirements. Bids were due April 15, 2026, at the District office in Lake Bluff, IL.
Standby generator, Electrical connections, Thermal scan, Circuit breaker replacement
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Summary
Lake Bluff School District 65 is soliciting bids for the Lake Bluff Elementary School Generator Addition project (Project No. 250234).
The scope of work involves the procurement and installation of a new natural gas standby generator to replace an obsolete battery-powered emergency lighting inverter system. Work includes electrical distribution system upgrades, a comprehensive infrared (IR) thermographic scan of existing distribution panel 'DW1A', and potential replacement of three circuit breakers. The project requires coordination with school schedules, with major work planned for summer recess and final electrical changeover anticipated during winter break. Bidders must provide a 10% bid bond and comply with Illinois Prevailing Wage Act requirements. Bids were due April 15, 2026, at the District office in Lake Bluff, IL.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Standby generator
- Electrical connections
- Thermal scan
- Circuit breaker replacement
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Bid Security
- List of References
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Certificate of Eligibility
- Drug-Free Workplace Act Certificate
- Submit to
- 121 E. Sheridan Place, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
- Scope location
- Lake Bluff, IL
- Reported agency
- Lake Bluff School District 65
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Lake Bluff ESD 65?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 15, 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: 121 E. Sheridan Place, Lake Bluff, IL 60044. For questions, contact Jay Kahn.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Lake Bluff ESD 65 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 Bid 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 Jay Kahn at (630) 739-6925. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Standby generator, Electrical connections, Thermal scan, Circuit breaker replacement. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Lake Bluff ESD 65?
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What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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: Bid Security, List of References, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Certificate of Eligibility, Drug-Free Workplace Act Certificate. Review the full document from Lake Bluff ESD 65 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 Bluff, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.