Oakton College District 535 Bookstore and Welcome Center Renovation Bid - TLE-FY27-01
Oakton Community CollegeHigher Ed · Des Plaines, IL- Due
- Jul 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 8, 2026
- Duration
- 5 months
- Primary contact
- Rich Schwass
- (847) 635-1635
The 30-second brief
Oakton College is soliciting bids for the interior renovation of its bookstore into a new bookstore and Welcome Center at the Des Plaines Campus. Bids are due July 29, 2026, following a mandatory pre-bid meeting on July 15.
Company profile, Five references, Bonding company name, Bid security, Contractors certification, Project labor agreement execution
Lowest responsible bidder, capacity to perform, performance history, local preference
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Summary
Oakton College is soliciting bids for the interior renovation of its bookstore into a new bookstore and Welcome Center at the Des Plaines Campus. Bids are due July 29, 2026, following a mandatory pre-bid meeting on July 15.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Lowest responsible bidder
- Capacity to perform
- Performance history
- Local preference
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Company profile
- Five references
- Bonding company name
- Bid security
- Contractors certification
- Project labor agreement execution
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Business Specifications
- Supplementary Document
- Responsible Bidder Policy 3038
- Project Labor Agreement Sample
- Drawings
- Project Manual
- Submit to
- https://oakton.sharefile.com/r-r2eb848fd809246b4922bd92c092c03d5
- Scope location
- Des Plaines, IL
- Reported agency
- Oakton College District 535
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Oakton Community College?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 29, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://oakton.sharefile.com/r-r2eb848fd809246b4922bd92c092c03d5. For questions, contact Rich Schwass.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Oakton Community 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 Rich Schwass at (847) 635-1635. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Company profile, Five references, Bonding company name, Bid security, Contractors certification, Project labor agreement execution. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Lowest responsible bidder, capacity to perform, performance history, local preference" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Oakton Community College?
All active and historical solicitations from Oakton Community College are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, Oakton Community College 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 5 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Business Specifications, Supplementary Document, Responsible Bidder Policy 3038, Project Labor Agreement Sample, Drawings, Project Manual. Review the full document from Oakton Community 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: Des Plaines, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.