Oak Park Elementary School District 97 - Whittier Accessible Playground - 2026
Oak Park ESD 97School · Oak Park, IL- Due
- Dec 2, 2026
- 20 days left
- Posted
- Nov 4, 2026
- Primary contact
- Michael Arensdorff
- (708) 524-3015
The 30-second brief
Oak Park Elementary School District 97 is seeking bids for the purchase and installation of playground equipment and surfacing for the Whittier Accessible Playground project, located at Whittier Elementary School (715 North Harvey, Oak Park, IL 60302), with an alternate bid for all other elementary school sites. The scope includes removal and disposal of existing equipment and rubber surfacing, excavation, and installation of new Landscape Structures PlayBooster components, poured in place (PIP) rubber surfacing, engineered wood fiber, concrete curbing, and turf restoration. The project may be executed in a single phase during the summer of 2027 or across two phases (2027 and 2028). Equipment must be delivered no later than July 1, 2027, with installation scheduled between July 15 and August 16, 2027, and final completion by August 25, 2027. Bids are due by December 2, 2026 at 3:00 P.M. at the Administration Center, 260 W. Madison Street, Oak Park, IL 60302. Requirements include a 5% bid bond, prevailing wage compliance, performance and payment bonds, and specified insurance coverage.
Bid pricing, Compliance with specifications, References, Experience, Submittal compliance
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Summary
Oak Park Elementary School District 97 is seeking bids for the purchase and installation of playground equipment and surfacing for the Whittier Accessible Playground project, located at Whittier Elementary School (715 North Harvey, Oak Park, IL 60302), with an alternate bid for all other elementary school sites.
The scope includes removal and disposal of existing equipment and rubber surfacing, excavation, and installation of new Landscape Structures PlayBooster components, poured in place (PIP) rubber surfacing, engineered wood fiber, concrete curbing, and turf restoration. The project may be executed in a single phase during the summer of 2027 or across two phases (2027 and 2028). Equipment must be delivered no later than July 1, 2027, with installation scheduled between July 15 and August 16, 2027, and final completion by August 25, 2027. Bids are due by December 2, 2026 at 3:00 P.M. at the Administration Center, 260 W. Madison Street, Oak Park, IL 60302. Requirements include a 5% bid bond, prevailing wage compliance, performance and payment bonds, and specified insurance coverage.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Bid pricing
- Compliance with specifications
- References
- Experience
- Submittal compliance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Bid Bond
- Certificate of Compliance Affidavit
- Tax Compliance Affidavit
- Anti-Collusion Affidavit
- Certificate of Compliance with Illinois Drug-Free Workplace Act
- Certificate Regarding Sexual Harassment Policy
- Bidder References
- Submit to
- Oak Park School District Administration Center, 260 W. Madison Street, Oak Park, IL 60302
- Scope location
- Oak Park, IL
- Reported agency
- Oak Park Elementary School District 97
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Oak Park ESD 97?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 2, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Oak Park School District Administration Center, 260 W. Madison Street, Oak Park, IL 60302. For questions, contact Michael Arensdorff.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Oak Park ESD 97 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 Michael Arensdorff at (708) 524-3015. 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: "Bid pricing, Compliance with specifications, References, Experience, Submittal compliance" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Oak Park ESD 97?
All active and historical solicitations from Oak Park ESD 97 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Oak Park ESD 97 regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 2, 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 Bond, Certificate of Compliance Affidavit, Tax Compliance Affidavit, Anti-Collusion Affidavit, Certificate of Compliance with Illinois Drug-Free Workplace Act, Certificate Regarding Sexual Harassm. Review the full document from Oak Park ESD 97 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Oak Park, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.