Rockford Public Schools IFB 26-42 Manufacturing Equipment 2026
Rockford SD 205School · Rockford, IL- Due
- Mar 17, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 24, 2026
The 30-second brief
Rockford Public School District is soliciting bids for manufacturing equipment, specifically vertical mills and lathes, to support secondary and postsecondary manufacturing programs.
Vertical mills (6), Lathes (6), Materials, Supplies, Labor, Delivery, Licenses, Insurance, Technical assistance, And any other necessary items.
Price, Adherence to specifications, Ordering and delivery, Quality of services, Contractor past performance, Service, Review of references, Rebate program, Financial Stability of Firm
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Summary
Rockford Public School District is soliciting bids for manufacturing equipment, specifically vertical mills and lathes, to support secondary and postsecondary manufacturing programs.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Price
- Adherence to specifications
- Ordering and delivery
- Quality of services
- Contractor past performance
- Service
- Review of references
- Rebate program
- Financial Stability of Firm
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
15- General Conditions and Instructions for all Bids Form
- Bid Offer Form
- Bid-Rigging Certification
- Minority and Women-Owned Business Concern Representation
- Certificate Regarding Debarment
- Suspension
- Ineligibility and Exclusion
- Certificate Regarding Lobbying
- OFAC Compliance
- Vendor Conflict of Interest Disclosure Form
- Certificate of Liability Insurance
- Vendor Entry Form/W-9
- Bidder's Certification
- Hold Harmless Agreement
- Certified Cleared Employee List
- Scope location
- Rockford, Illinois
- Reported agency
- Rockford Public Schools
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 March 17, 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.
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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Vertical mills (6), Lathes (6), Materials, Supplies, Labor, Delivery, Licenses, Insurance, Technical assistance, And any other necessary items.. 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: "Price, Adherence to specifications, Ordering and delivery, Quality of services, Contractor past performance, Service, Review of references, Rebate program, Financial Stability of Firm" 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: General Conditions and Instructions for all Bids Form, Bid Offer Form, Bid-Rigging Certification, Minority and Women-Owned Business Concern Representation, Certificate Regarding Debarment, Suspension,. 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, Illinois. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.