McHenry County College - Electrical Switchgear and Panels Replacement - IFB#11122026_SGP (2026)
Mchenry County CollegeHigher Ed · Crystal Lake, IL- Due
- Nov 12, 2026
- 16 days left
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2026
- Primary contact
- Sandy Schwendeman
- (815) 455-3700
The 30-second brief
McHenry County College is seeking bids from qualified electrical contractors for the replacement of existing electrical switchgear and panels located in Utility Room A155C and Automotive Lab D164 at the Main Campus in Crystal Lake, Illinois. The project includes removing and replacing a 277/480V, 2,000-amp, 3-phase, 4-wire switchgear with internal dry-type transformer, along with 480/277V and 120/208V electrical panels. Work requires adherence to prevailing wage laws, obtaining necessary permits and inspections, coordinating electrical shutdowns, and testing the completed installation. Bids are due by November 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST, following a mandatory site visit on October 23, 2026. A 30% BEP participation goal applies to this project.
Existing ITE Imperial Corp. 277/480V, 2, 000-amp, 3-phase, 4-wire switchgear; 225 kVA, 480V to 120/208Y dry-type transformer; 480/277V, 225-amp, 3-phase, 4-wire panel; 120/208V, 100-amp, 3-phase, 4-wire panel; new electrical switchgear, Panels, Breakers, Busswork, Connections, Supports, Grounding, And labeling.
Quality and range of products and services, ability to provide products and services expediently, firm's overall experience and financial responsibility, experience and qualifications of assigned staff, provider's ability to meet bid goals, past relationship with MCC
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Summary
McHenry County College is seeking bids from qualified electrical contractors for the replacement of existing electrical switchgear and panels located in Utility Room A155C and Automotive Lab D164 at the Main Campus in Crystal Lake, Illinois.
The project includes removing and replacing a 277/480V, 2,000-amp, 3-phase, 4-wire switchgear with internal dry-type transformer, along with 480/277V and 120/208V electrical panels. Work requires adherence to prevailing wage laws, obtaining necessary permits and inspections, coordinating electrical shutdowns, and testing the completed installation. Bids are due by November 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST, following a mandatory site visit on October 23, 2026. A 30% BEP participation goal applies to this project.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Quality and range of products and services
- Ability to provide products and services expediently
- Firm's overall experience and financial responsibility
- Experience and qualifications of assigned staff
- Provider's ability to meet bid goals
- Past relationship with MCC
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Existing ITE Imperial Corp. 277/480V, 2, 000-amp, 3-phase, 4-wire switchgear
- 225 kVA, 480V to 120/208Y dry-type transformer
- 480/277V, 225-amp, 3-phase, 4-wire panel
- 120/208V, 100-amp, 3-phase, 4-wire panel
- New electrical switchgear, Panels, Breakers, Busswork, Connections, Supports, Grounding, And labeling
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Cover letter
- Bid Pricing Sheet
- Bid Submission Form
- Referral/Reference List
- W-9 Form
- BEP Utilization Plan
- Letter(s) of Intent or Good Faith Effort Documentation
- Certificate of Insurance
- Submit to
- U.S. Mail or hand delivery to McHenry County College, Building A, Room 246, 8900 US Highway 14, Crystal Lake, IL 60012
- Scope location
- Crystal Lake, IL
- Reported agency
- McHenry County College
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Mchenry County College?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 12, 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: U.S. Mail or hand delivery to McHenry County College, Building A, Room 246, 8900 US Highway 14, Crystal Lake, IL 60012. For questions, contact Sandy Schwendeman.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
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 IFB 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: Existing ITE Imperial Corp. 277/480V, 2, 000-amp, 3-phase, 4-wire switchgear; 225 kVA, 480V to 120/208Y dry-type transformer; 480/277V, 225-amp, 3-phase, 4-wire panel; 120/208V, 100-amp, 3-phase, 4-wire panel; new electrical switchgear, Panels, Breakers, Busswork, Connections, Supports, Grounding, A. 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 expediently, firm's overall experience and financial responsibility, experience and qualifications of assigned staf..." 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 12, 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 IFB?
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, W-9 Form, BEP Utilization Plan, Letter(s) of Intent or Good Faith Effort Documentation, Certificate of Insurance. 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.