McHenry County College Student Farm Renovation & Landscaping Project RFP 220120 - 2022
Mchenry County CollegeHigher Ed · Crystal Lake, IL- Due
- Feb 10, 2022
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 20, 2022
- Primary contact
- James Julison
- (815) 455-8770
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
McHenry County College (MCC) is soliciting proposals for the Student Farm Renovation and Landscaping Project (RFP 220120) located at its main campus in Crystal Lake, IL. The scope of work involves the expansion of the Center for Agrarian Learning Student Farm, including removal of existing landscaping, hardscaping (seat walls, trellis construction, planter boxes), plumbing (new water spigots and underground piping), planting area preparation (3,500 sq ft), and installation of trees, shrubs, and sod. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for February 3, 2022. The project requires a 20% Business Enterprise Program (BEP) participation goal for minority, female, or disabled-owned businesses. Substantial completion for hardscaping and ground work is targeted for June 15, 2022. Proposals must be signed and delivered by February 10, 2022, at 9:30am CST.
Signed Proposal, Bid Forms, Contractor Certification, Utilization Plan, Proof of Insurance, Performance & Payment Bonds
Qualifications, experience, adherence to RFP format, BEP participation, price
SUMMARY
McHenry County College (MCC) is soliciting proposals for the Student Farm Renovation and Landscaping Project (RFP 220120) located at its main campus in Crystal Lake, IL. The scope of work involves the expansion of the Center for Agrarian Learning Student Farm, including removal of existing landscaping, hardscaping (seat walls, trellis construction, planter boxes), plumbing (new water spigots and underground piping), planting area preparation (3,500 sq ft), and installation of trees, shrubs, and sod.
A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for February 3, 2022. The project requires a 20% Business Enterprise Program (BEP) participation goal for minority, female, or disabled-owned businesses. Substantial completion for hardscaping and ground work is targeted for June 15, 2022. Proposals must be signed and delivered by February 10, 2022, at 9:30am CST.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Qualifications
- Experience
- Adherence to RFP format
- BEP participation
- Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Signed Proposal
- Bid Forms
- Contractor Certification
- Utilization Plan
- Proof of Insurance
- Performance & Payment Bonds
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Appendix A: Proposed Area/Site of Work
- Appendix B: Business Enterprise Program Participation and Utilization Plan
- Appendix C: Advertisement for Bids
- W-9 Form
- Submit to
- James Julison A248, McHenry County College, 8900 US Highway 14, Crystal Lake, IL 60012
- 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 RFP from Mchenry County College?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 10, 2022. 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: James Julison A248, McHenry County College, 8900 US Highway 14, Crystal Lake, IL 60012. For questions, contact James Julison.
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 James Julison at (815) 455-8770. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Signed Proposal, Bid Forms, Contractor Certification, Utilization Plan, Proof of Insurance, Performance & Payment Bonds. 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: "Qualifications, experience, adherence to RFP format, BEP participation, price" 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: Appendix A: Proposed Area/Site of Work, Appendix B: Business Enterprise Program Participation and Utilization Plan, Appendix C: Advertisement for Bids, W-9 Form. 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.