Springfield Metropolitan Exposition & Auditorium Authority - Elevator Code Compliance Repairs and Reinspection Services RFP - 2026
Springfield Metropolitan Exposition And Auditorium AuthorityPublic Authority · Springfield, IL- Due
- Aug 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 21, 2026
- Primary contact
- Rich Sherwood
- (217) 788-8800
The 30-second brief
The Springfield Metropolitan Exposition & Auditorium Authority (d/b/a Bank of Springfield Center) is seeking proposals for commercial elevator code compliance repairs and reinspection services at the approximately 65,000 square foot BOS Center located in Springfield, IL. The project involves repairs across four elevators including Elevator #1 North Main Lobby, Elevator #2 South Main Lobby, Elevator #3 Freight, and Elevator #4 Service/Kitchen Elevator, covering pit channels cleaning and painting, door force violation adjustments, sump pump cover bolting, emergency and hoist way light replacements, car gate repairs, and coordinating state elevator reinspections. Proposals are due by 4:00 pm CST on August 14, 2026, and must be submitted to the BOS Center at 1 Convention Center Plaza, Springfield, IL 62701. Contractors must comply with Illinois licensing, OSHA regulations, Illinois Elevator Safety Act, ASME A17.1 requirements, and Illinois Department of Labor prevailing wage rates for Sangamon County.
Elevator #1 North Main Lobby repairs, Elevator #2 South Main Lobby repairs, Elevator #3 Freight repairs, Elevator #4 Service/Kitchen Elevator repairs, State elevator reinspections coordination, Pit channels cleaning and painting
Submitter's ability to meet requirements described in this RFP, provide evidence of qualifications and technical expertise to perform commercial elevator code-compliance repairs and inspections, provide a superior level of customer service and support, experience with commercial elevators, Illinois licensing, project time frame for completion, warranty, total cost
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Summary
The Springfield Metropolitan Exposition & Auditorium Authority (d/b/a Bank of Springfield Center) is seeking proposals for commercial elevator code compliance repairs and reinspection services at the approximately 65,000 square foot BOS Center located in Springfield, IL. The project involves repairs across four elevators including Elevator #1 North Main Lobby, Elevator #2 South Main Lobby, Elevator #3 Freight, and Elevator #4 Service/Kitchen Elevator, covering pit channels cleaning and painting, door force violation adjustments, sump pump cover bolting, emergency and hoist way light replacements, car gate repairs, and coordinating state elevator reinspections.
Proposals are due by 4:00 pm CST on August 14, 2026, and must be submitted to the BOS Center at 1 Convention Center Plaza, Springfield, IL 62701. Contractors must comply with Illinois licensing, OSHA regulations, Illinois Elevator Safety Act, ASME A17.1 requirements, and Illinois Department of Labor prevailing wage rates for Sangamon County.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Submitter's ability to meet requirements described in this RFP, provide evidence of qualifications and technical expertise to perform commercial elevator code-compliance repairs and inspections, provide a superior level of customer service and support, experience with commercial elevators, Illinois licensing, project time frame for completion, warranty, total cost
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Elevator #1 North Main Lobby repairs
- Elevator #2 South Main Lobby repairs
- Elevator #3 Freight repairs
- Elevator #4 Service/Kitchen Elevator repairs
- State elevator reinspections coordination
- Pit channels cleaning and painting
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
certificates of insurance, listing and description of all citations, complaints, summons, decisions, determinations, judgments, or other allegations or findings of any violation of state or federal laws protecting health, safety, or welfare of workers
- Submit to
- 1 Convention Center Plaza, Springfield, IL 62701
- Scope location
- Springfield, IL
- Reported agency
- Springfield Metropolitan Exposition & Auditorium Authority
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Springfield Metropolitan Exposition And Auditorium Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 14, 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: 1 Convention Center Plaza, Springfield, IL 62701. For questions, contact Rich Sherwood.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Springfield Metropolitan Exposition And Auditorium Authority 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 RFP 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 Rich Sherwood at (217) 788-8800. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Elevator #1 North Main Lobby repairs, Elevator #2 South Main Lobby repairs, Elevator #3 Freight repairs, Elevator #4 Service/Kitchen Elevator repairs, State elevator reinspections coordination, Pit channels cleaning and painting. 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: "Submitter's ability to meet requirements described in this RFP, provide evidence of qualifications and technical expertise to perform commercial elevator code-compliance repairs and inspections, provi..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: certificates of insurance, listing and description of all citations, complaints, summons, decisions, determinations, judgments, or other allegations or findings of any violation of state or federal la. Review the full document from Springfield Metropolitan Exposition And Auditorium Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Springfield, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.