Oakton College Professional Design Services RFQ 2026
Oakton Community CollegeHigher Ed · Des Plaines, IL- Due
- Jun 3, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 5, 2026
- Primary contact
- Trinh Than
The 30-second brief
Oakton College seeks a qualified consulting firm to develop a comprehensive five-year strategic Master Plan, integrating academic, operational, financial, and facilities planning. Services include project initiation, coordination, communication, A&E oversight, and construction collaboration.
Comprehensive five-year strategic Master Plan, Phased implementation roadmap, Project identification, Prioritization, And cost estimation.
Relevant experience and qualifications in higher education projects, new construction/remodeling/infrastructure repair, proposed project team experience, quality/clarity of approach, sustainable design knowledge, prior work at Oakton College, MBE/FBE/PBE/SBE status, cost and value, references.
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Summary
Oakton College seeks a qualified consulting firm to develop a comprehensive five-year strategic Master Plan, integrating academic, operational, financial, and facilities planning. Services include project initiation, coordination, communication, A&E oversight, and construction collaboration.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Relevant experience and qualifications in higher education projects
- New construction/remodeling/infrastructure repair
- Proposed project team experience
- Quality/clarity of approach
- Sustainable design knowledge
- Prior work at Oakton College
- MBE/FBE/PBE/SBE status
- Cost and value
- References
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Comprehensive five-year strategic Master Plan
- Phased implementation roadmap
- Project identification
- Prioritization
- Cost estimation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- Cover Letter of Interest, Description of firm, leadership, organizational chart, size, tenure, and services
- List of higher education clients (last 10 years) with scope, cost, A&E fees, contact info, and project descriptions
- Experience with sustainable building programming/design
- Proposed project team details
- Previous firm names and years of business
- Firm locations and proposed individuals' locations
- Termination history (last 10 years) with reasons
- MBE/FBE/PBE/SBE status
- Description of approach and methodology
- Proposed project schedule and timeline
- Detailed fee structure
- Any additional relevant information
- Submit to
- https://oakton.sharefile.com/r-r78e23d65e2714666b50ee2c09b3e7449
- Scope location
- Des Plaines, Illinois
- Reported agency
- Oakton College
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Oakton Community College?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 3, 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-r78e23d65e2714666b50ee2c09b3e7449. For questions, contact Trinh Than.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
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 RFQ 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. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Comprehensive five-year strategic Master Plan, Phased implementation roadmap, Project identification, Prioritization, And cost estimation.. 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: "Relevant experience and qualifications in higher education projects, new construction/remodeling/infrastructure repair, proposed project team experience, quality/clarity of approach, sustainable desig..." 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 documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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: Cover Letter of Interest, Description of firm, leadership, organizational chart, size, tenure, and services; List of higher education clients (last 10 years) with scope, cost, A&E fees, contact info,. 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, Illinois. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.