# City of Chicago #72308

Chicago Department of Aviation solicits bids for multi-OEM tool supply and repair contract

**Posted:** September 14, 2026
**Respond By:** November 16, 2026
**Identifier:** 72308
**NAICS:** 423710, 811310

The City of Chicago's Department of Aviation is launching a major procurement for power tools, hand tools, attachments, fasteners, supplies, and accessories to support operations at O'Hare Airport and other city facilities.
- Government Buyer:
  - City of Chicago, Department of Aviation
- OEMs and Vendors:
  - Multiple prominent manufacturers are specified, including Bosch, Milwaukee Tools, Stanley Black and Decker (with sub-brands Dewalt, Bostitch, Proto Tools, Porter Cable, Irwin, Lenox, Dewalt Anchors & Fasteners), Hilti, Ridgid, Klein Tools, Channellock, Striebig, Laguna, Little Giant Ladders, Werner Ladder, Starrett, Apex Tool Group, Fastenal, Freud America, Gardner Bender, Hastings, Triumph Twist Drill Co., Tru-Cut Saw, Warwood Tool, Ames, MSC Direct
- Products/Services Requested:
  - Blanket contract for new and replacement power tools, hand tools, attachments, fasteners, supplies, and accessories
  - Discounted pricing from current price lists for each OEM group
  - Repair and maintenance services for Striebig equipment (labor, parts, shop/on-site service)
- Unique/Notable Requirements:
  - Contract divided into OEM-specific groups; bidders may bid on one or multiple groups
  - Fixed discounts for product groups; capped annual price increases for repair services
  - Strong emphasis on local business preferences, minority/women-owned business participation, and compliance with city requirements
  - Repair proposals for Striebig equipment must be provided within three business days
  - No bid deposit or performance bond required
  - Target market designation for city business and alternative fuel vehicle suppliers
  - 60-month contract term with options for extension
- Period of Performance:
  - 60 months (5 years) with possible extensions up to 36 months or three 12-month increments

### Description

This solicitation is issued by the Chicago Department of Aviation for the procurement of power tools, hand tools, attachments, various fasteners, supplies, and accessories. The contract is a work service type with a term of 60 months. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for September 29, 2026, at 10:00 AM at 10510 W. Zemke Road, Chicago, IL 60666. Responses are due by November 16, 2026, at 11:00 AM Central Time.

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