Will County EMA Radio Microwave Upgrade Bid 2026-71
Will CountyCounty · Will County, IL- Due
- May 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 22, 2026
- Primary contact
- Kevin Lynn
- (815) 740-4712
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Will County is soliciting sealed bids for the purchase of up to nine (9) existing point-to-point microwave links for the Emergency Management Agency (EMA). The project involves replacing three existing 11 GHz links and converting six 4.9 GHz links to 11 GHz equipment. Specifications require a minimum 100 Mbps Ethernet bandwidth, AES 128/256 bit encryption, split-mount design, and support for various modulations up to 2048QAM. Bidders must provide individual pricing for each link and 'a la carte' pricing for critical spare equipment like indoor and outdoor units. Requirements include a 10% bid bond or cashier's check, proof of insurance, and path analysis reports. Bids are due by 10:00 A.M. on May 13, 2026, with a public opening at 10:05 A.M. the same day. Questions are due by May 6, 2026.
10% Bid Bond or Cashier's Check, Signed Prime Contractor Certification, Signed and completed Bid Form, Signed and completed Receipt of Addenda Form, Proof of Insurance, Path analysis reports
Pricing received and availability of funds
SUMMARY
Will County is soliciting sealed bids for the purchase of up to nine (9) existing point-to-point microwave links for the Emergency Management Agency (EMA).
The project involves replacing three existing 11 GHz links and converting six 4.9 GHz links to 11 GHz equipment. Specifications require a minimum 100 Mbps Ethernet bandwidth, AES 128/256 bit encryption, split-mount design, and support for various modulations up to 2048QAM. Bidders must provide individual pricing for each link and 'a la carte' pricing for critical spare equipment like indoor and outdoor units. Requirements include a 10% bid bond or cashier's check, proof of insurance, and path analysis reports. Bids are due by 10:00 A.M. on May 13, 2026, with a public opening at 10:05 A.M. the same day. Questions are due by May 6, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Pricing received and availability of funds
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- 10% Bid Bond or Cashier's Check
- Signed Prime Contractor Certification
- Signed and completed Bid Form
- Signed and completed Receipt of Addenda Form
- Proof of Insurance
- Path analysis reports
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Attachment A
- Bid Form
- Addendum Form
- Prime Contractor Certification
- Submit to
- Will County Purchasing Department, 2nd floor, Will County Office Building, 302 N. Chicago St., Joliet, IL 60432
- Scope location
- Joliet, IL
Questions about this RFP
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 May 13, 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: Will County Purchasing Department, 2nd floor, Will County Office Building, 302 N. Chicago St., 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: 10% Bid Bond or Cashier's Check, Signed Prime Contractor Certification, Signed and completed Bid Form, Signed and completed Receipt of Addenda Form, Proof of Insurance, Path analysis reports. 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: "Pricing received and availability of funds" 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.
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: Attachment A, Bid Form, Addendum Form, Prime Contractor Certification. 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.