McHenry County College Wayfinding Signage for College Departments and Locations IFB #10202026_WF (2026)
Mchenry County CollegeHigher Ed · Crystal Lake, IL- Due
- Oct 20, 2026
- 4 days left
- Posted
- Oct 2, 2026
- Primary contact
- Sandy Schwendeman
- (815) 455-3700
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
McHenry County College is seeking qualified contractors to provide labor, materials, equipment, and installation services necessary to update, refurbish, repaint, and replace wayfinding signage throughout the College's Main Campus in Crystal Lake, Illinois. The project includes repainting and updating existing signs, replacement of deteriorated signs, modification of existing sign faces, and fabrication of new signs where required. Bids are due by October 20, 2026, at 10:30 AM CST. Vendor questions are due by October 12, 2026. The solicitation includes a 30% Business Enterprise Program (BEP) participation goal for minorities, females, and persons with disabilities.
Quality and range of products and services, ability to provide products and services in an expedient and efficient manner, firm's overall experience and financial responsibility, experience and qualifications of assigned staff, provider's ability to assist MCC in meeting overall goals, bidder's past relationship with MCC
SUMMARY
McHenry County College is seeking qualified contractors to provide labor, materials, equipment, and installation services necessary to update, refurbish, repaint, and replace wayfinding signage throughout the College's Main Campus in Crystal Lake, Illinois.
The project includes repainting and updating existing signs, replacement of deteriorated signs, modification of existing sign faces, and fabrication of new signs where required. Bids are due by October 20, 2026, at 10:30 AM CST. Vendor questions are due by October 12, 2026. The solicitation includes a 30% Business Enterprise Program (BEP) participation goal for minorities, females, and persons with disabilities.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Quality and range of products and services, ability to provide products and services in an expedient and efficient manner, firm's overall experience and financial responsibility, experience and qualifications of assigned staff, provider's ability to assist MCC in meeting overall goals, bidder's past relationship with MCC
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Bid Pricing Sheet
- Cover Letter
- W-9 Form
- Contractor Certification
- Minimum Insurance Requirements
- Utilization Plan and Letter of Intent (BEP)
- Submit to
- U.S. Mail or hand delivery to McHenry County College, Building A, Room 246, 8900 US Highway 14, Crystal Lake, IL 60012-2738
- 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 October 20, 2026. 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 60012-2738. For questions, contact Sandy Schwendeman.
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 Schwendeman at (815) 455-3700. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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 in an expedient and efficient manner, firm's overall experience and financial responsibility, experience and qualif..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Mchenry County College?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 20, 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 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 Pricing Sheet, Cover Letter, W-9 Form, Contractor Certification, Minimum Insurance Requirements, Utilization Plan and Letter of Intent (BEP). 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.