Rockford Public School District 205 Manufacturing Equipment – Mills & Lathes IFB No. 26-42
Rockford SD 205School · Rockford, IL- Due
- Feb 25, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 25, 2026
The 30-second brief
Rockford Public School District 205 is seeking sealed bids for manufacturing equipment, specifically vertical mills and engine lathes, to support instructional machining operations for secondary and postsecondary manufacturing programs under IFB No. 26-42. The scope of work includes the delivery, installation, setup, calibration, 12-month workmanship warranty, manufacturer warranty, and paper and electronic manuals with recommended spare parts lists for 6 vertical mills and 6 lathes. Approved brands include Bridgeport, Clousing, Lagun, Sharp, LaBlond, and Standard. Bids are due on February 25, 2026, and questions should be directed via email to the Director of Purchasing at [email protected].
6 Vertical Mills, 6 Lathes, Delivery, Installation, Setup, Calibration, 12-month workmanship warranty, Manufacturer warranty, Paper and electronic manual, Recommended spare part list
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Summary
Rockford Public School District 205 is seeking sealed bids for manufacturing equipment, specifically vertical mills and engine lathes, to support instructional machining operations for secondary and postsecondary manufacturing programs under IFB No. 26-42.
The scope of work includes the delivery, installation, setup, calibration, 12-month workmanship warranty, manufacturer warranty, and paper and electronic manuals with recommended spare parts lists for 6 vertical mills and 6 lathes. Approved brands include Bridgeport, Clousing, Lagun, Sharp, LaBlond, and Standard. Bids are due on February 25, 2026, and questions should be directed via email to the Director of Purchasing at [email protected].
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- 6 Vertical Mills
- 6 Lathes
- Delivery
- Installation
- Setup
- Calibration
- 12-month workmanship warranty
- Manufacturer warranty
- Paper and electronic manual
- Recommended spare part list
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Bid offer form, three references of similar type work
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Rockford, IL
- Reported agency
- Rockford Public School District 205
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Rockford SD 205?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 25, 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: [email protected].
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
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 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 6 Vertical Mills, 6 Lathes, Delivery, Installation, Setup, Calibration, 12-month workmanship warranty, Manufacturer warranty, Paper and electronic manual, Recommended spare part list. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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 offer form, three references of similar type work. 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.