Will County Building Automation System Replacement at River Valley Justice Center - Bid #2026-85, 2026
Will CountyCounty · Joliet, IL- Due
- Dec 17, 2026
- 34 days left
- Posted
- Nov 5, 2026
- Primary contact
- Kevin Lynn
- (815) 740-4712
The 30-second brief
Will County seeks sealed proposals for the replacement of all existing building automation system (BAS) controllers at the River Valley Justice Center, located at 3200 McDonough St., Joliet, IL 60431. The project involves upgrading existing aging Alerton and Johnson Controls devices with new BACnet IP and/or BACnet MS/TP controllers, installation of CAT6 cabling, replacement of room sensors with modern functionality including CO2 monitoring, installation of CO sensors in sally ports and parking garages, and integration of negative pressure room monitoring. Work also includes associated software upgrades, graphics creation, commissioning, and test and balance (TAB) support. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for November 20, 2026, at 1:00 P.M. on site, with pre-registration required by November 17, 2026, at 4:00 P.M. via [email protected]. Question deadline is December 4, 2026, at 12:00 P.M. Sealed proposals are due by December 17, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. at the Will County Office Building, 2nd Floor, 302 N. Chicago Street, Joliet, IL 60432. Requirements include a 10% Bid Bond or Cashier's Check, Prime Contractor Certification, certificates of insurance, and compliance with the Prevailing Wage Act.
Replacement of all existing building automation system (BAS) controllers with new BACnet IP or MS/TP devices; installation of new CAT6 cabling; replacement of room sensors and CO sensors; negative pressure room monitoring equipment; server software upgrade and graphic creation
Experience installing required BAS systems or similar equipment, Experience with specific equipment, systems, and processes associated with the Owner's Facility, Qualifications, expertise, and resources of the proposed project team, References, Pricing
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Summary
Will County seeks sealed proposals for the replacement of all existing building automation system (BAS) controllers at the River Valley Justice Center, located at 3200 McDonough St., Joliet, IL 60431.
The project involves upgrading existing aging Alerton and Johnson Controls devices with new BACnet IP and/or BACnet MS/TP controllers, installation of CAT6 cabling, replacement of room sensors with modern functionality including CO2 monitoring, installation of CO sensors in sally ports and parking garages, and integration of negative pressure room monitoring. Work also includes associated software upgrades, graphics creation, commissioning, and test and balance (TAB) support. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for November 20, 2026, at 1:00 P.M. on site, with pre-registration required by November 17, 2026, at 4:00 P.M. via [email protected]. Question deadline is December 4, 2026, at 12:00 P.M. Sealed proposals are due by December 17, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. at the Will County Office Building, 2nd Floor, 302 N. Chicago Street, Joliet, IL 60432. Requirements include a 10% Bid Bond or Cashier's Check, Prime Contractor Certification, certificates of insurance, and compliance with the Prevailing Wage Act.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Experience installing required BAS systems or similar equipment
- Experience with specific equipment
- Systems
- Processes associated with the Owner's Facility
- Qualifications
- Expertise
- Resources of the proposed project team
- References
- Pricing
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Replacement of all existing building automation system (BAS) controllers with new BACnet IP or MS/TP devices
- Installation of new CAT6 cabling
- Replacement of room sensors and CO sensors
- Negative pressure room monitoring equipment
- Server software upgrade and graphic creation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- 10% Bid Bond or Cashier’s Check
- Signed Copy of Prime Contractor Certification
- Signed and completed Proposal Form
- Signed and completed Receipt of Addenda Form
- Certificates of Insurance
- Reference Form
- Submit to
- Purchasing Department, 2nd floor, Will County Office Building, 302 N. Chicago Street, Joliet, IL 60432
- Scope location
- Joliet, IL
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Will County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 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. Submissions should be delivered to: Purchasing Department, 2nd floor, Will County Office Building, 302 N. Chicago Street, Joliet, IL 60432. For questions, contact Kevin Lynn.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Will County 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 Kevin Lynn at (815) 740-4712. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Replacement of all existing building automation system (BAS) controllers with new BACnet IP or MS/TP devices; installation of new CAT6 cabling; replacement of room sensors and CO sensors; negative pressure room monitoring equipment; server software upgrade and graphic creation. 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: "Experience installing required BAS systems or similar equipment, Experience with specific equipment, systems, and processes associated with the Owner's Facility, Qualifications, expertise, and resourc..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Will County?
All active and historical solicitations from Will County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Will County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 17, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: 10% Bid Bond or Cashier’s Check, Signed Copy of Prime Contractor Certification, Signed and completed Proposal Form, Signed and completed Receipt of Addenda Form, Certificates of Insurance, Reference F. Review the full document from Will County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Joliet, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
