McHenry County College - Fire Tower Replacement - IFB#05142026_FT (2026)
Mchenry County CollegeHigher Ed · Crystal Lake, IL- Due
- May 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 21, 2026
- Primary contact
- Sandy Schwendemen
- (815) 455-8564
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SUMMARY
McHenry County College is seeking sealed bids for the Fire Tower Replacement project located at 8900 US Hwy 14, Crystal Lake, IL 60012 (DKA Project Number: 25-028, MCC Bid Number: IFB#05142026_FT).
The scope of work encompasses the construction of a public work including foundations, concrete slab, site electrical, and related civil and structural work to support the installation of a fire training tower. Bids are due on or before May 14, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. prevailing time, with a public bid opening at 10:00 a.m. in Board Room A217. A bid security of 10 percent of the total base bid amount is required. The contract is subject to the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act and a 20% Business Enterprise Program (BEP) participation goal. Questions must be submitted in writing to David Sikorski at Demonica Kemper Architects by May 7, 2026, at 5:00 PM (CST).
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Bid Form
- Bid Bond
- Contractor Certification
- Substitution Sheet
- Vendor W-9
- MCC BEP Utilization Plan
- Certificate of Compliance with Illinois Prevailing Wage Law
- Submit to
- 8900 US Highway 14, Crystal Lake, IL 60012
- Scope location
- Crystal Lake, IL
- 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 May 14, 2026. 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. For questions, contact Sandy Schwendemen.
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 Schwendemen at (815) 455-8564. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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 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 Form, Bid Bond, Contractor Certification, Substitution Sheet, Vendor W-9, MCC BEP Utilization Plan, Certificate of Compliance with Illinois Prevailing Wage Law. 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.