William Rainey Harper College Buildings A, S, U, X, Y, and Z Upgrades Bid Request Q01251 (2026)
William Rainey Harper CollegeHigher Ed · Palatine, IL- Due
- Oct 20, 2026
- 4 days left
- Posted
- Sep 15, 2026
- Duration
- 11 months
- Primary contact
- Jewell Jackson
- (847) 593-3161
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William Rainey Harper College seeks bids for toilet room renovations and improvements to an existing fire barrier in Buildings A, S, U, X, Y, and Z located at 1200 W Algonquin Road, Palatine, IL 60067 under Bid Request Q01251. Work includes labor, equipment, and material for construction upgrades with a 10% contingency allowance included in base and alternate bids. Electronic bids are due via Dropbox by Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. central daylight time and will be publicly opened via WebEx. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. in Building W, Room W218. Questions must be emailed by Thursday, October 1, 2026, 5:00 P.M. Requirements include a 10% bid bond, performance, labor and material payment bonds, certificate of insurance, prevailing wages, and an 18% Business Enterprise Program (BEP) participation requirement.
Price
SUMMARY
William Rainey Harper College seeks bids for toilet room renovations and improvements to an existing fire barrier in Buildings A, S, U, X, Y, and Z located at 1200 W Algonquin Road, Palatine, IL 60067 under Bid Request Q01251.
Work includes labor, equipment, and material for construction upgrades with a 10% contingency allowance included in base and alternate bids. Electronic bids are due via Dropbox by Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. central daylight time and will be publicly opened via WebEx. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. in Building W, Room W218. Questions must be emailed by Thursday, October 1, 2026, 5:00 P.M. Requirements include a 10% bid bond, performance, labor and material payment bonds, certificate of insurance, prevailing wages, and an 18% Business Enterprise Program (BEP) participation requirement.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Bid bond in an amount equal to 10 percent
- Performance
- Labor and Material Payment Bonds
- Certificate of Insurance
- Business Enterprise Program Participation and Utilization Plan
- Bid Form
- Submit to
- https://www.dropbox.com/request/4rji7sbapicn7pgvgws6
- Scope location
- Palatine, IL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from William Rainey Harper College?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 20, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.dropbox.com/request/4rji7sbapicn7pgvgws6. For questions, contact Jewell Jackson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including William Rainey Harper College 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 Jewell Jackson at (847) 593-3161. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from William Rainey Harper College?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 11 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 20, 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: bid bond in an amount equal to 10 percent, Performance, Labor and Material Payment Bonds, Certificate of Insurance, Business Enterprise Program Participation and Utilization Plan, Bid Form. Review the full document from William Rainey Harper College for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Palatine, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.