McHenry County College - Student Farm Renovations - IFB05142026_SF (2026)
Mchenry County CollegeHigher Ed · Crystal Lake, IL- Due
- May 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Maricella Garza
- (815) 455-8708
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
McHenry County College is seeking competitive bids for the interior renovation of an existing wood-framed out-building into a packing and kitchen facility under project number IFB05142026_SF and DKA Project No. 25-037. The scope of work encompasses comprehensive site work, architectural modifications, mechanical HVAC upgrades, commercial kitchen equipment installation, electrical service replacement, and plumbing system improvements. Bids are due by Thursday, May 14, 2026, at 10:00 am, with a mandatory pre-bid meeting held on April 30, 2026. The estimated project cost is $1,400,000.00.
Interior renovation from packing/storage facility to packing/kitchen facility; new sanitary, Water, And electrical feeds; exterior HM door/window systems, Exterior wall infills, Interior HM door/frames, Interior partitions, Ceilings, FRP finish panels, And two toilet rooms; mechanical equipment installation; commercial kitchen equipment including kitchen hood and walk-in cooler systems; new electrical service line and transformer; new fire protection system
Price
SUMMARY
McHenry County College is seeking competitive bids for the interior renovation of an existing wood-framed out-building into a packing and kitchen facility under project number IFB05142026_SF and DKA Project No. 25-037.
The scope of work encompasses comprehensive site work, architectural modifications, mechanical HVAC upgrades, commercial kitchen equipment installation, electrical service replacement, and plumbing system improvements. Bids are due by Thursday, May 14, 2026, at 10:00 am, with a mandatory pre-bid meeting held on April 30, 2026. The estimated project cost is $1,400,000.00.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Interior renovation from packing/storage facility to packing/kitchen facility
- New sanitary, Water, And electrical feeds
- Exterior HM door/window systems, Exterior wall infills, Interior HM door/frames, Interior partitions, Ceilings, FRP finish panels, And two toilet rooms
- Mechanical equipment installation
- Commercial kitchen equipment including kitchen hood and walk-in cooler systems
- New electrical service line and transformer
- New fire protection system
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Document 00 41 13 – Bid Form, Document 00 43 13 – Bid Bond, Document 00 43 15 – Contractor Certification, Document 00 43 25 – Substitution Sheet, Document 00 43 29 – W9, Document 00 43 39 – MCC BEP Plan, Document 00 43 43 – Certificate of Compliance with Illinois Prevailing Wage Law
- Submit to
- Ms. Maricella Garza, Coordinator of Purchasing, Building A, Room A246, 8900 US Highway 14, Crystal Lake, IL 60012
- Duration
- 7 months
- 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. 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: Ms. Maricella Garza, Coordinator of Purchasing, Building A, Room A246, 8900 US Highway 14, Crystal Lake, IL 60012. For questions, contact Maricella Garza.
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 Maricella Garza at (815) 455-8708. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Interior renovation from packing/storage facility to packing/kitchen facility; new sanitary, Water, And electrical feeds; exterior HM door/window systems, Exterior wall infills, Interior HM door/frames, Interior partitions, Ceilings, FRP finish panels, And two toilet rooms; mechanical equipment inst. 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: "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 is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Document 00 41 13 – Bid Form, Document 00 43 13 – Bid Bond, Document 00 43 15 – Contractor Certification, Document 00 43 25 – Substitution Sheet, Document 00 43 29 – W9, Document 00 43 39 – MCC BEP Pl. 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.