Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority - Electrical Supplies - IFB #2026-43-M (2026)
Metropolitan Pier And Exposition Authority (Chicago)Special District · Chicago, IL- Due
- Oct 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 21, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority is seeking bids for electrical supplies to support McCormick Place located at 23rd Street and Martin Luther King Drive in Chicago, Illinois. Vendors must provide pricing across all line items in nine categories, including LED fixtures and other specified electrical items. The submission deadline is October 1, 2026, at 12:00 pm CST, via email to [email protected]. The contract has a base term of one (1) year with an option to renew for a total of four (4) years. Bidders must meet minority and women-owned business enterprise (MBE/WBE) participation goals, specifically 25% MBE and 5% WBE, and provide W-9, financial information, insurance documentation, and required forms.
Bidder responsiveness, bidder responsibility, Lowest Total Sum of prices bid for all potential four years of the contract term
SUMMARY
The Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority is seeking bids for electrical supplies to support McCormick Place located at 23rd Street and Martin Luther King Drive in Chicago, Illinois.
Vendors must provide pricing across all line items in nine categories, including LED fixtures and other specified electrical items. The submission deadline is October 1, 2026, at 12:00 pm CST, via email to [email protected]. The contract has a base term of one (1) year with an option to renew for a total of four (4) years. Bidders must meet minority and women-owned business enterprise (MBE/WBE) participation goals, specifically 25% MBE and 5% WBE, and provide W-9, financial information, insurance documentation, and required forms.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Bidder responsiveness, bidder responsibility, Lowest Total Sum of prices bid for all potential four years of the contract term
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Required Form A - Bid Form, Required Form B - Statement of Bidder's Business Organization, Required Form C - Statement of Bidder's Qualifications and W-9, Required Form D - Bidder/Proposer Certifications, Required Form E - Form of Transmittal Letter, Required Form F - Disclosure of Lobbyists, Required Form G - Notification of Exceptions, Required Form I - Special Conditions Regarding Minority and Women Owned Business Enterprises, certificate of insurance
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 48 months
- 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 October 1, 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.
What happens after the IFB 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.
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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: "Bidder responsiveness, bidder responsibility, Lowest Total Sum of prices bid for all potential four years of the contract term" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Metropolitan Pier And Exposition Authority (Chicago)?
All active and historical solicitations from Metropolitan Pier And Exposition Authority (Chicago) are tracked and searchable. As a special district agency, Metropolitan Pier And Exposition Authority (Chicago) 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 IFB?
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: Required Form A - Bid Form, Required Form B - Statement of Bidder's Business Organization, Required Form C - Statement of Bidder's Qualifications and W-9, Required Form D - Bidder/Proposer Certificati. Review the full document from Metropolitan Pier And Exposition Authority (Chicago) for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Chicago, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.