Village of Glendale Heights - Tree Purchase and Planting Program - 2026-11 PW (2026)
Glendale Heights village (pt.)City · Glendale Heights, IL- Due
- Sep 28, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 23, 2026
- Primary contact
- Erin Rauscher
- (630) 909-5320
The 30-second brief
The Village of Glendale Heights Public Works Department is seeking sealed bids for the purchase and planting of replacement parkway trees throughout the Village under solicitation number 2026-11 PW. The work includes digging and preparing plant holes, and furnishing, transporting, and planting balled and burlapped shade trees and shrubs across multiple phases: Fall 2026, Spring 2027, and Fall 2027. Specified tree species include Kentucky Coffee, Bitternut Hickory, Red Oak, American Hornbeam, Ironwood, American Elm, Red Elm, Ivory Silk Lilac, American Yellowwood, American Beech, Shingle Oak, Schuetti Hybrid Oak, and White Birch. Bidders must ensure trees are grown within a 100-mile radius from certified local nurseries. The submission deadline is September 28, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. local time, with a public bid opening at the Village Municipal Building. A bid guarantee of 10% is required.
Kentucky Coffee, Bitternut Hickory, Red Oak, American Hornbeam, Ironwood, American Elm, Red Elm, Ivory Silk Lilac, American Yellowwood, American Beech, Shingle Oak, Schuetti Hybrid Oak, White Birch
Lowest responsible bidder
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Summary
The Village of Glendale Heights Public Works Department is seeking sealed bids for the purchase and planting of replacement parkway trees throughout the Village under solicitation number 2026-11 PW. The work includes digging and preparing plant holes, and furnishing, transporting, and planting balled and burlapped shade trees and shrubs across multiple phases: Fall 2026, Spring 2027, and Fall 2027.
Specified tree species include Kentucky Coffee, Bitternut Hickory, Red Oak, American Hornbeam, Ironwood, American Elm, Red Elm, Ivory Silk Lilac, American Yellowwood, American Beech, Shingle Oak, Schuetti Hybrid Oak, and White Birch. Bidders must ensure trees are grown within a 100-mile radius from certified local nurseries. The submission deadline is September 28, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. local time, with a public bid opening at the Village Municipal Building. A bid guarantee of 10% is required.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
13- Kentucky Coffee
- Bitternut Hickory
- Red Oak
- American Hornbeam
- Ironwood
- American Elm
- Red Elm
- Ivory Silk Lilac
- American Yellowwood
- American Beech
- Shingle Oak
- Schuetti Hybrid Oak
- White Birch
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Bid bond
- Certified check
- Bank draft
- Cashier's check or letter of credit (10% of total bid)
- Proposal Form
- Certification Statement
- Hold Harmless Statement
- Qualification of Bidder Statement
- References
- Statement of No-Bid
- Bid Label
- Submit to
- Finance Department, Village of Glendale Heights, 300 Civic Center Plaza, Glendale Heights, IL 60139
- Scope location
- Glendale Heights, IL
- Reported agency
- Village of Glendale Heights
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Glendale Heights village (pt.)?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 28, 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: Finance Department, Village of Glendale Heights, 300 Civic Center Plaza, Glendale Heights, IL 60139. For questions, contact Erin Rauscher.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Glendale Heights village (pt.) 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 Erin Rauscher at (630) 909-5320. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Kentucky Coffee, Bitternut Hickory, Red Oak, American Hornbeam, Ironwood, American Elm, Red Elm, Ivory Silk Lilac, American Yellowwood, American Beech, Shingle Oak, Schuetti Hybrid Oak, White Birch. 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: "Lowest responsible bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Glendale Heights village (pt.)?
All active and historical solicitations from Glendale Heights village (pt.) are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Glendale Heights village (pt.) 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 bond, certified check, bank draft, cashier's check or letter of credit (10% of total bid), Proposal Form, Certification Statement, Hold Harmless Statement, Qualification of Bidder Statement, Refer. Review the full document from Glendale Heights village (pt.) for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Glendale Heights, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.