Rockford Public School District 205 - Carlson ES Walls/Doors/Student Support - IFB No. 26-27 (2026)
Rockford SD 205School · Rockford, IL- Due
- Apr 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 26, 2026
- Primary contact
- Casey Ramas
- (815) 966-3000
The 30-second brief
Rockford Board of Education is soliciting competitive bids for the Carlson ES walls, doors and student support project under IFB No. 26-27 at Carlson Elementary School located in Rockford, Illinois. The scope of work includes general construction trades, carpentry, doors, walls, and associated student support facility upgrades. Bids are due by April 2, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. CDST, following a mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for March 5, 2026, at 2:30 P.M. CDST at the project site located at 4015 Pepper Dr., Rockford, IL 61114. Bidders must submit a 5% bid security deposit and comply with Illinois prevailing wage requirements, EEO regulations, and asbestos notification guidelines. Required submission documents include the bid offer form, bid deposit bond, bid-rigging certification, MBE/WBE representation form, debarment certificate, lobbying certificate, OFAC compliance, conflict of interest disclosure, certified cleared employee list, AIA A305-1986 contractor's qualification statement, W-9, and asbestos notification acknowledgment. Evaluation and award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder considering technical specifications, price, qualifications, experience, and adherence to all bid conditions.
Adherence to technical specifications, price, qualifications, past performance, financial responsibility, general reputation, experience, service capabilities, facilities, delivery or completion date
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Summary
Rockford Board of Education is soliciting competitive bids for the Carlson ES walls, doors and student support project under IFB No. 26-27 at Carlson Elementary School located in Rockford, Illinois.
The scope of work includes general construction trades, carpentry, doors, walls, and associated student support facility upgrades. Bids are due by April 2, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. CDST, following a mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for March 5, 2026, at 2:30 P.M. CDST at the project site located at 4015 Pepper Dr., Rockford, IL 61114. Bidders must submit a 5% bid security deposit and comply with Illinois prevailing wage requirements, EEO regulations, and asbestos notification guidelines. Required submission documents include the bid offer form, bid deposit bond, bid-rigging certification, MBE/WBE representation form, debarment certificate, lobbying certificate, OFAC compliance, conflict of interest disclosure, certified cleared employee list, AIA A305-1986 contractor's qualification statement, W-9, and asbestos notification acknowledgment. Evaluation and award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder considering technical specifications, price, qualifications, experience, and adherence to all bid conditions.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
10- Adherence to technical specifications
- Price
- Qualifications
- Past performance
- Financial responsibility
- General reputation
- Experience
- Service capabilities
- Facilities
- Delivery or completion date
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
13- Bid Security Bond
- Bid Offer Form
- Bid Rigging Certification
- Minority and Women Owned Business Concern Representation
- Certificate Regarding Debarment
- Certificate Regarding Lobbying
- OFAC Compliance
- Vendor Conflict of Interest Disclosure Form
- Certified Cleared Employee List
- Asbestos Notification
- AIA Document A305-1986 Contractor's Qualification Statement
- Bidders Certifications
- Vendor Entry Form/W-9
- Submit to
- https://rps205.bonfirehub.com/portal/?tab=openOpportunities
- Scope location
- Rockford, IL
- Reported agency
- Rockford School District No. 205
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Rockford SD 205?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 2, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://rps205.bonfirehub.com/portal/?tab=openOpportunities. For questions, contact Casey Ramas.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Rockford SD 205 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 IFB 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 Casey Ramas at (815) 966-3000. 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: "Adherence to technical specifications, price, qualifications, past performance, financial responsibility, general reputation, experience, service capabilities, facilities, delivery or completion date" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Rockford SD 205?
All active and historical solicitations from Rockford SD 205 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Rockford SD 205 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 IFB?
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 Security Bond, Bid Offer Form, Bid Rigging Certification, Minority and Women Owned Business Concern Representation, Certificate Regarding Debarment, Certificate Regarding Lobbying, OFAC Compliance. Review the full document from Rockford SD 205 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Rockford, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.