Maine Township High School District 207 - Graduation Caps, Tassels and Gowns - RFP - 2026
Maine Township HSD 207School · Park Ridge, IL- Due
- Oct 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Helen Romios
- (847) 696-3600
The 30-second brief
Maine Township High School District 207 requests proposals for graduation caps, tassels, and gowns for Maine East, Maine South, and Maine West high schools in Park Ridge, Illinois. The work involves supplying 100% polyester gowns and caps (in Royal Blue, Red, and Columbia Blue with corresponding multi-colored tassels and graduation year charms) to be kept by students, along with faculty gowns provided at no additional cost. The contract includes potential renewals for years two and three, with quantities estimated around 500 for Royal Blue, 615 for Red, and 475 for Columbia Blue. Submission deadline is October 30, 2026, at 11:00 AM. Proposals must include a proposal form, drug-free workplace certification, human rights workplace act certification, faith's law compliance, vendor demographic information, and customer references.
Gown 100% polyester to be kept by student; Cap 100% polyester fabric to match gown- kept by student; Tassels 2-3 color tassel in school colors with graduation year charm; Caps and gowns available in school colors (Red, Royal Blue, Columbia blue)
Price, Product and standard of gowns (Quality), Ability to meet schedule, Firm and personnel qualifications, Any in-person assistance during distribution, Additional services available through the company
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Summary
Maine Township High School District 207 requests proposals for graduation caps, tassels, and gowns for Maine East, Maine South, and Maine West high schools in Park Ridge, Illinois.
The work involves supplying 100% polyester gowns and caps (in Royal Blue, Red, and Columbia Blue with corresponding multi-colored tassels and graduation year charms) to be kept by students, along with faculty gowns provided at no additional cost. The contract includes potential renewals for years two and three, with quantities estimated around 500 for Royal Blue, 615 for Red, and 475 for Columbia Blue. Submission deadline is October 30, 2026, at 11:00 AM. Proposals must include a proposal form, drug-free workplace certification, human rights workplace act certification, faith's law compliance, vendor demographic information, and customer references.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Price
- Product and standard of gowns (Quality)
- Ability to meet schedule
- Firm and personnel qualifications
- Any in-person assistance during distribution
- Additional services available through the company
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Gown 100% polyester to be kept by student
- Cap 100% polyester fabric to match gown- kept by student
- Tassels 2-3 color tassel in school colors with graduation year charm
- Caps and gowns available in school colors (Red, Royal Blue, Columbia blue)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Proposal Form, Certificate of Compliance with Illinois Drug-Free Act, Certificate of Compliance with Illinois Human Rights Workplace Act, Certificate of Compliance with Illinois Faith's Law, Vendor Demographic Information (ILCS 5/10-17), List of all customers currently being supplied with comparable items for the last two years
- Submit to
- Ms. Helen Romios, Director of Fiscal Services, Maine Township High School District 207, 1177 S. Dee Rd, Park Ridge, IL 60068
- Scope location
- Park Ridge, IL
- Reported agency
- Maine Township High School District 207
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Maine Township HSD 207?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 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: Ms. Helen Romios, Director of Fiscal Services, Maine Township High School District 207, 1177 S. Dee Rd, Park Ridge, IL 60068. For questions, contact Helen Romios.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Maine Township HSD 207 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 Helen Romios at (847) 696-3600. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Gown 100% polyester to be kept by student; Cap 100% polyester fabric to match gown- kept by student; Tassels 2-3 color tassel in school colors with graduation year charm; Caps and gowns available in school colors (Red, Royal Blue, Columbia blue). 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: "Price, Product and standard of gowns (Quality), Ability to meet schedule, Firm and personnel qualifications, Any in-person assistance during distribution, Additional services available through the com..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Maine Township HSD 207?
All active and historical solicitations from Maine Township HSD 207 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Maine Township HSD 207 regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Proposal Form, Certificate of Compliance with Illinois Drug-Free Act, Certificate of Compliance with Illinois Human Rights Workplace Act, Certificate of Compliance with Illinois Faith's Law, Vendor De. Review the full document from Maine Township HSD 207 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Park Ridge, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.