Village of Park Forest 2026 Water Main Improvements Bid
Park Forest village (pt.)City · Park Forest village (pt.), IL- Due
- Dec 17, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 4, 2025
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Village of Park Forest is soliciting sealed bids for the 2026 Water Main Improvements project. The scope of work includes the construction of approximately 11,255 linear feet of water main (ranging from 4-inch to 16-inch) at Somonauk, Miami, Douglas, and the Water Treatment Plant. Construction methods include open cut, boring in jacked casing, and horizontal directional drilling, along with valves, hydrants, and related appurtenances. This project is funded in part by an Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) loan and is subject to Davis-Bacon prevailing wage rates and DBE requirements. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference will be held on November 12, 2025. Bids are due by 10:00 A.M. on December 17, 2025, and must be accompanied by a 10% bid bond.
Sealed proposals, Bidder's bond (10%)
Lowest responsible and responsive Bidder
SUMMARY
The Village of Park Forest is soliciting sealed bids for the 2026 Water Main Improvements project.
The scope of work includes the construction of approximately 11,255 linear feet of water main (ranging from 4-inch to 16-inch) at Somonauk, Miami, Douglas, and the Water Treatment Plant. Construction methods include open cut, boring in jacked casing, and horizontal directional drilling, along with valves, hydrants, and related appurtenances. This project is funded in part by an Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) loan and is subject to Davis-Bacon prevailing wage rates and DBE requirements. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference will be held on November 12, 2025. Bids are due by 10:00 A.M. on December 17, 2025, and must be accompanied by a 10% bid bond.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible and responsive Bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Sealed proposals, Bidder's bond (10%)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Bidder's bond
- Certified check
- Bank cashier's check or bank draft
- Submit to
- Village Hall, 350 Victory Drive, Park Forest, IL 60466
- Scope location
- Park Forest, IL
- Reported agency
- Village of Park Forest
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from Park Forest village (pt.)?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 17, 2025. 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: Village Hall, 350 Victory Drive, Park Forest, IL 60466.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Park Forest 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Sealed proposals, Bidder's bond (10%). 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 and responsive Bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Park Forest village (pt.)?
All active and historical solicitations from Park Forest village (pt.) are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Park Forest 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: Bidder's bond, certified check, bank cashier's check or bank draft. Review the full document from Park Forest 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: Park Forest, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.