McHenry County College University Center Switchboard Equipment Pre-Purchase IFB230907 2023
Mchenry County CollegeHigher Ed · Crystal Lake, IL- Due
- Sep 21, 2023
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 7, 2023
- Primary contact
- David Sikorski
- (312) 496-0000
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
McHenry County College is soliciting lump sum bid proposals for the pre-purchase of switchboard equipment for the University Center project (DKA Project No. 22-050, MCC Project No. IFB230907). The scope includes the fabrication, delivery to the job site (222 E. Church Street, Woodstock, IL), start-up services, and training of personnel for dead-front switchboard assemblies complying with NEMA PB 2 and UL 891. Bidders must provide bid security of 10% and a 100% performance bond upon award. The project is subject to the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act and the Steel Products Procurement Act, with a 20% Business Enterprise Program (BEP) participation goal for minorities, females, and persons with disabilities. Questions are due by September 18, 2023, and bids must be submitted by September 21, 2023.
Bid Form, Bid Bond, Contractor Certification, W-9, BEP Utilization Plan, Certificate of Compliance with Illinois Prevailing Wage Law, Substitution Sheet
Lump sum bid amount, compliance with specifications, BEP participation goal, contractor qualifications
SUMMARY
McHenry County College is soliciting lump sum bid proposals for the pre-purchase of switchboard equipment for the University Center project (DKA Project No. 22-050, MCC Project No.
IFB230907). The scope includes the fabrication, delivery to the job site (222 E. Church Street, Woodstock, IL), start-up services, and training of personnel for dead-front switchboard assemblies complying with NEMA PB 2 and UL 891. Bidders must provide bid security of 10% and a 100% performance bond upon award. The project is subject to the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act and the Steel Products Procurement Act, with a 20% Business Enterprise Program (BEP) participation goal for minorities, females, and persons with disabilities. Questions are due by September 18, 2023, and bids must be submitted by September 21, 2023.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Lump sum bid amount
- Compliance with specifications
- BEP participation goal
- Contractor qualifications
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Bid Form
- Bid Bond
- Contractor Certification
- W-9
- BEP Utilization Plan
- Certificate of Compliance with Illinois Prevailing Wage Law
- Substitution Sheet
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Bid Bond
- Contractor Certification
- W-9
- BEP Plan
- Prevailing Wage Certificate
- Submit to
- Crystal Lake, IL
- Scope location
- Woodstock, 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 September 21, 2023. 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: Crystal Lake, IL. For questions, contact David Sikorski.
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 David Sikorski at (312) 496-0000. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bid Form, Bid Bond, Contractor Certification, W-9, BEP Utilization Plan, Certificate of Compliance with Illinois Prevailing Wage Law, Substitution Sheet. 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: "Lump sum bid amount, compliance with specifications, BEP participation goal, contractor qualifications" 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 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 Bond, Contractor Certification, W-9, BEP Plan, Prevailing Wage Certificate. 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: Woodstock, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.