Morton Community Unit School District 709 Classroom Addition and Entry Renovation - 24019
- Due
- Jul 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 22, 2026
- Primary contact
- Todd Light
- (309) 263-4545
The 30-second brief
Sealed bids are requested by Morton Community Unit School District 709 for the classroom addition and entry renovation project at Ward Grundy Elementary School, located at 1100 S 4th Ave, Morton, IL 61550. The scope generally consists of a 5000 SF classroom addition to the south off of the East portion of the building, renovation of the existing entry/office suite area, entry canopy infill, and minor renovations to a few classroom spaces under a single fixed-price General Contract. Project work includes labor, materials, tools, equipment, and services subject to the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act, and the project is tax-exempt. A mandatory or recommended pre-bid conference and guided jobsite tour is scheduled for Tuesday, June 30th, 2026, at 2:00 PM at the school cafeteria. Bids are due by July 22nd, 2026, and must include a bid guarantee of five percent of the total bid amount via bid bond, certified check, or cashier's check payable to Morton Community Unit School District #709.
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Summary
Sealed bids are requested by Morton Community Unit School District 709 for the classroom addition and entry renovation project at Ward Grundy Elementary School, located at 1100 S 4th Ave, Morton, IL 61550.
The scope generally consists of a 5000 SF classroom addition to the south off of the East portion of the building, renovation of the existing entry/office suite area, entry canopy infill, and minor renovations to a few classroom spaces under a single fixed-price General Contract. Project work includes labor, materials, tools, equipment, and services subject to the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act, and the project is tax-exempt. A mandatory or recommended pre-bid conference and guided jobsite tour is scheduled for Tuesday, June 30th, 2026, at 2:00 PM at the school cafeteria. Bids are due by July 22nd, 2026, and must include a bid guarantee of five percent of the total bid amount via bid bond, certified check, or cashier's check payable to Morton Community Unit School District #709.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Bid Form Documents
- Bid bond
- Certified check or cashier's check
- AIA Document A305 Contractor's Qualification Statement
- Surety Performance Bond
- Labor and Material Payment bond
- Submit to
- Morton Education and Administration Center, 1050 S. 4th Avenue, Morton, IL 61550
- Scope location
- Morton, IL
- Projected sq ft
- 5,000 sq ft
- Reported agency
- Morton Community Unit School District 709
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Morton CUSD 709?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 22, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Morton Education and Administration Center, 1050 S. 4th Avenue, Morton, IL 61550. For questions, contact Todd Light.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Morton CUSD 709 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 Todd Light at (309) 263-4545. 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: "Price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Morton CUSD 709?
All active and historical solicitations from Morton CUSD 709 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Morton CUSD 709 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 Form Documents, bid bond, certified check or cashier's check, AIA Document A305 Contractor's Qualification Statement, Surety Performance Bond, Labor and Material Payment bond. Review the full document from Morton CUSD 709 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Morton, IL. The total projected area is 5000 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.