McHenry County College CNC Press Brake RFP#03142025_03
Mchenry County CollegeHigher Ed · Crystal Lake, IL- Due
- Mar 14, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 21, 2025
- Primary contact
- Tom McGee
- (815) 455-3700
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
McHenry County College (MCC) is requesting proposals for the purchase and delivery of a CNC Press Brake, specifically a Bystronic ByBend Star 120/2050 with Comfort (RF-A Pro, T12) package and dynamic edition speed equipment. The procurement includes 480-volt 3-phase power requirements, a heat exchanger, extended oil cooling unit, one year of Recommended Care 2, and BySoft CAM licenses (1 primary and 6 student licenses). A $15,000 tooling allowance for Bystronic tools must also be included. Bidders must provide pricing for training, installation, setup, delivery, and warranty. The solicitation includes a 30% aspirational goal for Business Enterprise Program (BEP) participation (Minorities, Females, and Persons with Disabilities). Proposals are due by March 14, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST.
CNC Press Brake, Training, Installation, Setup, Delivery, Shipping and handling, Warranty, Repair service, BySoft CAM Licenses, Tooling allowance
Best interest of the College, BEP participation goal (30%), price, meeting specifications
SUMMARY
McHenry County College (MCC) is requesting proposals for the purchase and delivery of a CNC Press Brake, specifically a Bystronic ByBend Star 120/2050 with Comfort (RF-A Pro, T12) package and dynamic edition speed equipment.
The procurement includes 480-volt 3-phase power requirements, a heat exchanger, extended oil cooling unit, one year of Recommended Care 2, and BySoft CAM licenses (1 primary and 6 student licenses). A $15,000 tooling allowance for Bystronic tools must also be included. Bidders must provide pricing for training, installation, setup, delivery, and warranty. The solicitation includes a 30% aspirational goal for Business Enterprise Program (BEP) participation (Minorities, Females, and Persons with Disabilities). Proposals are due by March 14, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Best interest of the College
- BEP participation goal (30%)
- Price
- Meeting specifications
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- CNC Press Brake
- Training
- Installation
- Setup
- Delivery
- Shipping and handling
- Warranty
- Repair service
- BySoft CAM Licenses
- Tooling allowance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Pricing Sheet
- Bid Submission Form
- Contractor Certification
- W9 Form
- BEP Utilization Plan
- Letter of Intent
- Submit to
- 8900 US Highway 14, Crystal Lake, IL 60012, Building A, Room 246
- Scope location
- Crystal Lake, IL
- Reported agency
- McHenry County College
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Mchenry County College?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 14, 2025. 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: 8900 US Highway 14, Crystal Lake, IL 60012, Building A, Room 246. For questions, contact Tom McGee.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
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 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 Tom McGee 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: CNC Press Brake, Training, Installation, Setup, Delivery, Shipping and handling, Warranty, Repair service, BySoft CAM Licenses, Tooling allowance. 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: "Best interest of the College, BEP participation goal (30%), price, meeting specifications" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Mchenry County College?
All active and historical solicitations from Mchenry County College are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, Mchenry County College 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 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: Pricing Sheet, Bid Submission Form, Contractor Certification, W9 Form, BEP Utilization Plan, Letter of Intent. 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. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.