Rockford Public School District No. 205 - Heating Repairs at Auburn HS & Administration Building - IFB No. 27-05 (2026)
Rockford SD 205School · Rockford, IL- Due
- Oct 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Casey Ramas
- (815) 966-3000
The 30-second brief
Rockford Public School District No. 205 is soliciting sealed bids for heating repairs at Auburn High School and the Administration Building located in Rockford, Illinois. The work involves heating repair project services, equipment, and materials under IFB No. 27-05. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 6, 2026, at 9:00 A.M. Central Time at the Administration Building, 501 7th St., Rockford, IL 61104. The submission deadline is October 15, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. Central Time. Bids require a 5% bid security, performance and labor/material payment bonds of 100%, prevailing wage compliance, and submission via Bonfire or the district purchasing webpage.
Adherence to technical specifications, price, qualifications of the bidder including past performance, financial responsibility, general reputation, experience, service capabilities, facilities, delivery or completion date, product appearance, workmanship, finish, maintenance costs and warranty provisions, repurchase or residual value, participation in approved apprenticeships and training programs, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) commitments
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Summary
Rockford Public School District No. 205 is soliciting sealed bids for heating repairs at Auburn High School and the Administration Building located in Rockford, Illinois.
The work involves heating repair project services, equipment, and materials under IFB No. 27-05. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 6, 2026, at 9:00 A.M. Central Time at the Administration Building, 501 7th St., Rockford, IL 61104. The submission deadline is October 15, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. Central Time. Bids require a 5% bid security, performance and labor/material payment bonds of 100%, prevailing wage compliance, and submission via Bonfire or the district purchasing webpage.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
18- Adherence to technical specifications
- Price
- Qualifications of the bidder including past performance
- Financial responsibility
- General reputation
- Experience
- Service capabilities
- Facilities
- Delivery or completion date
- Product appearance
- Workmanship
- Finish
- Maintenance costs and warranty provisions
- Repurchase or residual value
- Participation in approved apprenticeships and training programs
- Diversity
- Equity
- Inclusion (DEI) commitments
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
16- 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
- Certificate of Liability Insurance
- Performance Bond
- Labor and Material Payment Bond
- Submit to
- https://rps205.bonfirehub.com/portal/?tab=openOpportunities
- Scope location
- Rockford, IL
- Reported agency
- Rockford Public School District No. 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 October 15, 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 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.
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 of the bidder including past performance, financial responsibility, general reputation, experience, service capabilities, facilities, deliv..." 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 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 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.