Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority Annual Hoist Inspection and Motor Repair Services IFB #2026-28-M
Metropolitan Pier And Exposition Authority (Chicago)Special District · Chicago, IL- Due
- Jun 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 4, 2026
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SUMMARY
The Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority (MPEA) is soliciting bids for IFB #2026-28-M for annual hoist inspection and motor repair services.
The scope includes on-site inspections of approximately 240 hoists and motor control boxes located at McCormick Place (South Building) and Wintrust Arena. Inspections typically occur from November to January, with Wintrust Arena motors (25 units) scheduled for April. Equipment includes motor distros manufactured by Motion Laboratories (24 ch, 16 ch, 8 ch, & 4 ch). Repairs that are too complex for on-site completion may be handled off-site, though inspections must be performed on-site. Electronic bids are due by 12:00 pm CST on June 22, 2026, to [email protected].
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Required Form A, Bid Form
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Chicago, IL
- Reported agency
- Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this IFB from Metropolitan Pier And Exposition Authority (Chicago)?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 22, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected].
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Metropolitan Pier And Exposition Authority (Chicago) 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.
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What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
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