Evanston Township Granicus #26-27

Construction of Storage Rooms and Walk-In Freezer at Robert Crown Center, Evanston

The City of Evanston is seeking a general contractor for the construction of new storage rooms and a walk-in freezer at the Robert Crown Center. - Government Buyer: - City of Evanston, Purchasing Office - Project Scope: - Construction of storage closets and installation of a prefabricated walk-in refrigerator - Selective demolition, new interior partitions, storage shelving, roll-up doors, and custom vinyl signage - Relocation of emergency lighting and extension of the fire sprinkler system into the new walk-in refrigerator - Products/Materials Requested: - 18 wide span storage racks (wire decking, 72"x36"x60" typical, some 72"x24"x60") - 18 wire mesh panels (4'x8', 10-gauge welded) - 18 cold-formed steel partitions (9' high, 20-gauge studs, gypsum board) - 18 manual roll-up doors (7'x7', galvanized steel) - 3 LED emergency lights (relocated) - 18 built-up box headers (6" deep, 16 gauge) - 18 jambs (16 gauge, back-to-back) - 18 custom vinyl signs - 1 modular/prefabricated walk-in refrigerator (8'x10'x7', R-25 insulation, NSF-compliant, insulated door, self-contained or remote refrigeration) - 1 fire sprinkler system extension (cold-environment rated head) - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with local employment programs, apprenticeship training, and prevailing wage laws - 25% M/W/D/EBE participation goal - 5% bid bond required; 100% performance and payment bonds upon award - Electronic bid submission via DemandStar - Adherence to City of Evanston's responsible bidder ordinance - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Place of Performance: - Robert Crown Center, 1801 Main St, Evanston, IL 60202

Description

This solicitation is for the construction of storage rooms at the Robert Crown facility. The contract includes requirements for bidding, general conditions, insurance, and compliance with local employment and prevailing wage laws. Bidders must submit their proposals electronically via DemandStar by May 19, 2026. The contract period extends from award through substantial completion by October 5, 2026, and final completion by November 6, 2026.

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