Oakton College Natural Areas Maintenance Bid #TLE-FY26-03
Oakton Community CollegeHigher Ed · Des Plaines, IL- Due
- Feb 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 4, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Trinh Than
- (847) 635-2607
The 30-second brief
Oakton College is soliciting bids for a two-year natural areas maintenance contract covering approximately 82 acres across its Des Plaines and Skokie campuses. Services include prescribed burns, invasive species control, and tree thinning. Bids are due February 26, 2026.
Bid price sheets, Contractors Certification, Company profile, Five references, BEP Utilization Plan, FOIA Copy
Lowest responsible bidder, capacity to perform, performance history, location preference
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Summary
Oakton College is soliciting bids for a two-year natural areas maintenance contract covering approximately 82 acres across its Des Plaines and Skokie campuses. Services include prescribed burns, invasive species control, and tree thinning. Bids are due February 26, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Lowest responsible bidder
- Capacity to perform
- Performance history
- Location preference
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Bid price sheets
- Contractors Certification
- Company profile
- Five references
- BEP Utilization Plan
- FOIA Copy
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Company profile
- Five references
- BEP Utilization Plan
- Contractor's Certification
- Pricing Page
- FOIA Copy
REQUIRED STAFFING
Contractor's Superintendent, Lead man
- Submit to
- Procurement Department, Room 1240, 1600 E. Golf Rd., Des Plaines, IL 60016
- Scope location
- Des Plaines, IL; Skokie, IL
- Reported agency
- Oakton College
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 February 26, 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: Procurement Department, Room 1240, 1600 E. Golf Rd., Des Plaines, IL 60016. For questions, contact Trinh Than.
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 Trinh Than at (847) 635-2607. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Contractor's Superintendent, Lead man. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bid price sheets, Contractors Certification, Company profile, Five references, BEP Utilization Plan, FOIA Copy. 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, location 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 2 years. 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: Company profile, Five references, BEP Utilization Plan, Contractor's Certification, Pricing Page, FOIA Copy. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. 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; Skokie, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.