McHenry County College - Building A Flooring 3rd Floor - IFB#11112026_A (2026)
- Due
- Nov 11, 2026
- 26 days left
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2026
- Primary contact
- Sandy Schwendeman
- (815) 455-3700
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
McHenry County College is seeking a qualified flooring contractor to provide all labor, materials, equipment, removal, preparation, and installation services necessary to replace existing flooring on the 3rd floor of Building A at the main campus in Crystal Lake, IL. The project area is approximately 3,500 square feet and involves removing existing LVT, resilient flooring, carpet, and adhesives, and installing new ShawContract luxury vinyl tile (LVT) flooring (Collection: Inlet / Branching Out, Style Numbers: 0926V and 4256V). Work shall be performed Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, primarily over the winter break when classes are not in session. This is a prevailing wage project governed by the Davis-Bacon Act and Illinois Prevailing Wage Law, with a Business Enterprise Program (BEP) aspirational goal of 30%. Bids are due by November 11, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST. A vendor question deadline is set for October 22, 2026. Requirements include a performance bond for projects over $50,000, extensive commercial general liability and auto insurance, and submission of a bid submission form, pricing sheet, W-9, references, and BEP utilization plan.
Removal of existing LVT, Resilient flooring, Carpet, And adhesives; installation of new ShawContract luxury vinyl tile (LVT) flooring (LVT-1 Style 0926V Color Raw 26549, LVT-2 Style 4256V Color Riverside Oak 56140, LVT-3 Style 0926V Color Thistle 26535); disposal and recycling of debris; substrate preparation
Quality and range of products and services, ability to provide products and services in an expedient and efficient manner, firm's overall experience and financial responsibility, experience and qualifications of assigned staff, ability to assist MCC in meeting project goals, past relationship with MCC, best value standard
SUMMARY
McHenry County College is seeking a qualified flooring contractor to provide all labor, materials, equipment, removal, preparation, and installation services necessary to replace existing flooring on the 3rd floor of Building A at the main campus in Crystal Lake, IL. The project area is approximately 3,500 square feet and involves removing existing LVT, resilient flooring, carpet, and adhesives, and installing new ShawContract luxury vinyl tile (LVT) flooring (Collection: Inlet / Branching Out, Style Numbers: 0926V and 4256V).
Work shall be performed Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, primarily over the winter break when classes are not in session. This is a prevailing wage project governed by the Davis-Bacon Act and Illinois Prevailing Wage Law, with a Business Enterprise Program (BEP) aspirational goal of 30%. Bids are due by November 11, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST. A vendor question deadline is set for October 22, 2026. Requirements include a performance bond for projects over $50,000, extensive commercial general liability and auto insurance, and submission of a bid submission form, pricing sheet, W-9, references, and BEP utilization plan.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Quality and range of products and services, ability to provide products and services in an expedient and efficient manner, firm's overall experience and financial responsibility, experience and qualifications of assigned staff, ability to assist MCC in meeting project goals, past relationship with MCC, best value standard
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Removal of existing LVT, Resilient flooring, Carpet, And adhesives; installation of new ShawContract luxury vinyl tile (LVT) flooring (LVT-1 Style 0926V Color Raw 26549, LVT-2 Style 4256V Color Riverside Oak 56140, LVT-3 Style 0926V Color Thistle 26535); disposal and recycling of debris; substrate preparation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Cover letter, Bid Pricing Sheet, Bid Submission Form, Referral/Reference List, Certificate of Insurance, Contractor Certification, BEP Utilization Plan and Letter of Intent or Good Faith Effort documentation, W-9 Form
- Submit to
- McHenry County College, Building A, Room 246, 8900 US Highway 14, Crystal Lake, IL 60012-2738
- Scope location
- Crystal Lake, IL
- Projected sq ft
- 3,500 sq ft
- Reported agency
- McHenry County College
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from Mchenry County College?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 11, 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: McHenry County College, Building A, Room 246, 8900 US Highway 14, Crystal Lake, IL 60012-2738. For questions, contact Sandy Schwendeman.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Mchenry County College 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 Sandy Schwendeman at (815) 455-3700. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Removal of existing LVT, Resilient flooring, Carpet, And adhesives; installation of new ShawContract luxury vinyl tile (LVT) flooring (LVT-1 Style 0926V Color Raw 26549, LVT-2 Style 4256V Color Riverside Oak 56140, LVT-3 Style 0926V Color Thistle 26535); disposal and recycling of debris; substrate p. 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: "Quality and range of products and services, ability to provide products and services in an expedient and efficient manner, firm's overall experience and financial responsibility, experience and qualif..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Mchenry County College?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 11, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Cover letter, Bid Pricing Sheet, Bid Submission Form, Referral/Reference List, Certificate of Insurance, Contractor Certification, BEP Utilization Plan and Letter of Intent or Good Faith Effort docume. Review the full document from Mchenry County College for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Crystal Lake, IL. The total projected area is 3500 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.