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The list below provides all of the information available for current projects. All communications about Rockford Public Library Bids, RFPs, and RFQs must go through this site. Click on specific projects to see details of each project or use the form below to submit a question.

Replacement Main Library Furniture

Sealed bids will be received for the Replacement Main Library Furniture. The project consists of Casework, tables, chairs, and other miscellaneous furniture.
Responses shall be submitted in duplicate on or before the specified closing time in an opaque, sealed envelope marked as noted within the Bidding Documents on the outside and addressed to:

Rockford Public Library
Lynn Stainbrook, Executive Director
214 N. Church St.
Rockford, IL 61101

Responses are to be mailed or hand delivered to the Rockford Public Library.

Pre-bid Meeting: A NON-mandatory pre-bid meeting for vendors will be held on August 9, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at the Rockford Public Library 214 N. Church St Rockford, IL 61101 Nordlof Center, 118 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61101.

Bid due date: August 23,2023, at 2:00 PM. A public opening will occur in the Large Multi-Purpose Room, 2nd Floor of the Rockford Public Library Nordlof Center, 118 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61101. Hand-delivered sealed responses should be brought to the Nordlof Center the day of the opening and before 2:00 PM.

Any bids received after 2:00 p.m. will not be accepted.

Documents:
Bidding documents which include Project Manual and Project Plans will be on file and may be obtained by bidders on August 2, 2023, after 12:00 p.m., for electronic distribution through BHFX Planroom website. All communication should be directed to Isela Catania, Engberg Anderson, 8618 W. Catalpa Avenue, Chicago, IL 60656. (PH: 312-279-4895; EM: ). Hard copies are available through BHFX and all costs associated with printing will be borne by the bidding contractor or vendor.

Additional Requirements:
Bid security in the form of a bid bond or certified check made payable to the Rockford Public Library equal to 10% of the base bid amount shall be submitted with the bid. Performance and Labor and Material Payment Bonds, and Certificate of Insurance will be required from the successful bidder.

The Rockford Public Library Board of Trustees reserves the right to reject any or all documents submitted or parts thereof, to waive any irregularities or informalities in the prequalification procedures and to approve trade contractors and vendors to bid in a manner serving the interest of the Rockford Public Library. All bidders must comply with the applicable Illinois Law requiring the payment of prevailing wages, and bidders must comply with the Illinois Statutory requirements regarding labor and bidding, including Equal Opportunity Laws.

Replacement Main Library Movers

Sealed bids will be received for the Replacement Main Library Movers. The project consists of moving furniture, collections, building materials and supplies.
Responses shall be submitted in duplicate on or before the specified closing time in an opaque, sealed envelope marked as noted within the Bidding Documents on the outside and addressed to:

Rockford Public Library
Lynn Stainbrook, Executive Director
214 N. Church St.
Rockford, IL 61101

Responses are to be mailed or hand delivered to the Rockford Public Library.

Walkthrough: A mandatory pre-bid site conference and walk-through for vendors will be held on August 9, 2023 at 9:00 AM at the Rockford Public Library, 214 N Church St, Rockford, IL 61101.

Bid due date: August 23,2023, at 3:00 PM. A public opening will occur in the Large Multi-Purpose Room, 2nd Floor of the Rockford Public Library Nordlof Center, 118 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61101. Hand-delivered sealed responses should be brought to the Nordlof Center the day of the opening and before 3:00 PM.

Any bids received after 3:00 p.m. will not be accepted.

Documents:
Bidding documents which include Project Manual and Project Plans will be on file and may be obtained by bidders on August 2, 2023, after 12:00 p.m., for electronic distribution through BHFX Planroom website. All communication should be directed to Isela Catania, Engberg Anderson, 8618 W. Catalpa Avenue, Chicago, IL 60656. (PH: 312-279-4895; EM: ). Hard copies are available through BHFX and all costs associated with printing will be borne by the bidding contractor or vendor.

Additional Requirements:
Bid security in the form of a bid bond or certified check made payable to the Rockford Public Library equal to 10% of the base bid amount shall be submitted with the bid. Performance and Labor and Material Payment Bonds, and Certificate of Insurance will be required from the successful bidder.

The Rockford Public Library Board of Trustees reserves the right to reject any or all documents submitted or parts thereof, to waive any irregularities or informalities in the prequalification procedures and to approve trade contractors and vendors to bid in a manner serving the interest of the Rockford Public Library. All bidders must comply with the applicable Illinois Law requiring the payment of prevailing wages, and bidders must comply with the Illinois Statutory requirements regarding labor and bidding, including Equal Opportunity Laws.