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This is a City of Chicago Department of Procurement Services solicitation (Solicitation #14573, Specification Number 1300342) for comprehensive conveyance maintenance and repair services at Chicago O'Hare International Airport under the Department of Aviation. The City seeks contractors to provide preventative maintenance, repair, and replacement services for elevators, escalators, moving walkways, and dumbwaiters across the airport's terminal facilities. The scope of work includes six line items: monthly comprehensive preventative maintenance and repairs (60-month period), labor at straight time (5,500 hours), labor at overtime rates (300 hours), labor at premium time rates (220 hours), damages and upgrades not covered under other line items ($500,000 allowance), and new/replacement parts, accessories, and freight ($1,250,000 allowance). The pre-bid conference is scheduled for September 22, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at ORD Central Field Office, 10510 W. Zemke Road, Chicago, IL 60666. The deadline for bidder inquiries is 4:30 p.m. Central Time on October 7, 2026, with bid responses due by 11:00 a.m. Central Time on October 28, 2026. No site visit is required. The contract term is 60 months, with an award date not yet specified.
The City has established contract-specific goals requiring 25% Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) participation, 5% Women Business Enterprise (WBE) participation, and 1% Veteran Business Enterprise (VBE) participation. Funding is provided through City funds (Fund Number 26-740-85-4110-0162-0162), and payment terms are immediate upon invoice approval. Bidders must be authorized dealers or distributors for the elevator, escalator, moving walkway, and dumbwaiter manufacturers they propose and must hold current Illinois Elevator Contractor Licenses and Department of Buildings Elevator Mechanic Contract Licenses. Contractors must demonstrate at least five years of experience in conveyance maintenance and provide evidence of at least three comparable contracts involving maintenance or modernization of at least 200 conveyance units completed within the past five years. All bids must be submitted electronically through the City's iSupplier system and must include certificates of insurance, Economic Disclosure Statements (EDS), MBE/WBE/VBE compliance documentation, and evidence of personnel qualifications including elevator mechanic licenses and OSHA certifications. No bid deposit or performance bond is required.
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City Of Chicago Solicitation #14573
BRANDON JOHNSON SHARLA ROBERTS
MAYOR CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICER
Specification Number: 1300342 Type of Funding: CITY Title: 1300342: Comprehensive Conveyance Maintenance & Repair Services O'Hare Airport
Work Service Solicitation #14573 (BID)
Comprehensive Conveyance Maintenance and Repair Services at Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Specification Number:1300342
Required for use by: CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF AVIATION
Bid/Proposal Submittal Date and Time: 11:00 AM Central Time, 28-OCT-2026
Deadline for Questions: 04:30 PM Central Time, 07-OCT-2026 Buyer: MERRICK, TOBY Email Address: toby.merrick@cityofchicago.org Phone Number: 312-744-8706 Pre-Solicitation Conference Date and Time: 10:00 AM Central Time, 22-SEP-2026 Pre-Solicitation Conference Location: ORD Central Office 10510 W. Zemke Road Chicago, IL 60666 Site Visit Date & Time: N/A Site Visit Location: N/A
Please submit your response to:
http://www.cityofchicago.org/eProcurement iSupplier vendor portal registration is required.
Allow 3 business days to complete registration.
Specification Number: 1300342 Page 2 Type of Funding: CITY Title: 1300342: Comprehensive Conveyance Maintenance & Repair Services O'Hare Airport
Table of Contents
1 Header Information
1.1 General Information
1.2 Terms
1.3 Requirements
1.4 Attachments
1.5 Response Rules
2 Price Schedule
2.1 Line Information
2.2 Line Details
2.2.1 Line 1
2.2.2 Line 2
2.2.3 Line 3
2.2.4 Line 4
2.2.5 Line 5
2.2.6 Line 6
Specification Number: 1300342 Page 3 Type of Funding: CITY Title: 1300342: Comprehensive Conveyance Maintenance & Repair Services O'Hare Airport
1 Header Information
1.1 General Information
Title 1300342: Comprehensive Conveyance Maintenance & Repair Services
O'Hare Airport Description Comprehensive Conveyance Maintenance and Repair Services at
Chicago O'Hare International Airport Preview Date 09-SEP-2026 08:43:44 Open Date 09-SEP-2026 08:43:44
Close Date 11:00 AM Central Time, 28-OCT-2026
Award Date Not Specified
Time Zone Central Time Buyer MERRICK, TOBY Quote Style Sealed Email toby.merrick@cityofchicago.
org Event Work Service Outcome Commodities Blanket
Agreement
1.2 Terms
Effective Start Date Not Specified Effective End Date Not Specified
Ship-To Address 085- O'HARE
11601 W. TOUHY
Chicago, IL 60666 United States
Bill-To Address 085- O'HARE
11601 W. TOUHY
Chicago, IL 60666 United States
Payment Terms IMMEDIATE Carrier FOB CITY OF CHICAGO Freight Terms
Total Agreement Amount (USD)
Not Specified Minimum Release Amount (USD)
Not Specified
1.3 Requirements
<B>KEY SOLICITATION PARAMETERS</B>
BID DEPOSIT: None Type No Response Required
PERFORMANCE BOND: NONE
Type No Response Required
CONTRACT SPECIFIC GOALS: 25% MBE, 5% WBE, 1% VBE
Type No Response Required FUNDING SOURCE: City Funds Type No Response Required
FUND NUMBER: 26-740-85-4110-0162-0162
Type No Response Required DPS UNIT: Chicago Department of Aviation Type No Response Required EXHIBITS: Yes Type No Response Required Value Type Numeric Value only MAPS: Please refer to Exhibit 10 Type No Response Required
Specification Number: 1300342 Page 4 Type of Funding: CITY Title: 1300342: Comprehensive Conveyance Maintenance & Repair Services O'Hare Airport
<B>KEY SOLICITATION PARAMETERS</B>
Value Type Numeric Value only CONTRACT TERM: Sixty (60) Months Type No Response Required PRE-BID/PRE-PROPOSAL CONFERENCE: ORD Central Office 10510 W. Zemke Road Chicago, IL 60666, September 22, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.
Type No Response Required
<B>BIDDER EXCEPTIONS</B>
Any deviations from or exceptions to any provisions or requirements of the bidding documents, including but not limited to the specifications of the goods and/or services to be provided, must be noted here or in an attachment, with the exact nature of the change outlined in sufficient detail, and as provided in the contract terms and conditions "Trade Names and Substitutions," as applicable. Bidder must provide the reason for which deviations were made. Failure of a bidder to comply with the terms of this paragraph may be cause for rejection of its bid.
Type Optional Provide your answer below
Enter the EDS number from your EDS Certificate and attach the certificate.
Value Type Numeric Value only Provide your answer below
<B>COMMODITIES/WORK
SERVICES/HEAVY EQUIPMENT/SMALL
ORDERS/CONSTRUCTION/JOC
CHECKLIST</B>
This is a checklist of all supporting documents that must be attached to your bid response. Attach all documents specified below. After attaching, click "YES" to indicate that the attachment was completed.
Type No Response Required
- Proposal Page completed, signed and notarized - (ALL)
Circle one from the response values below:
YES
NO
- Proposal To Be Completed By a Corporation - (ALL)
Circle one from the response values below:
YES
NO
Specification Number: 1300342 Page 5 Type of Funding: CITY Title: 1300342: Comprehensive Conveyance Maintenance & Repair Services O'Hare Airport
<B>COMMODITIES/WORK
SERVICES/HEAVY EQUIPMENT/SMALL
ORDERS/CONSTRUCTION/JOC
CHECKLIST</B>
- Proposal To Be Completed By a Partnership - (ALL)
Circle one from the response values below:
YES
NO
- Proposal To Be Completed By a Joint Venture - (ALL)
Circle one from the response values below:
YES
NO
- Proposal To Be Completed By a Sole Proprietor - (ALL)
Circle one from the response values below:
YES
NO
- Bid Execution Page - (ALL)
Circle one from the response values below:
YES
NO
- Request for a reduction or waiver of MBE/WBE goals - (ALL)
Circle one from the response values below:
YES
NO
- Certificate of Filing of Economic Disclosure Statement and Affidavit (EDS) - (ALL)
Circle one from the response values below:
YES
NO
- Certificate of Insurance
Circle one from the response values below:
YES
NO
BID INCENTIVE / PREFERENCE AFFIDAVIT(S)
Type No Response Required
- Local Manufacture Affidavit - (ALL)
Circle one from the response values below:
YES
NO
- Chicago Business Affidavit - (ALL)
Circle one from the response values below:
YES
NO
- Small Business/Veterans Preference Joint Venture - (ALL)
Circle one from the response values below:
Specification Number: 1300342 Page 6 Type of Funding: CITY Title: 1300342: Comprehensive Conveyance Maintenance & Repair Services O'Hare Airport
<B>COMMODITIES/WORK
SERVICES/HEAVY EQUIPMENT/SMALL
ORDERS/CONSTRUCTION/JOC
CHECKLIST</B>
YES
NO
- Alternatively Powered Vehicles affidavit - (ALL)
Circle one from the response values below:
YES
NO
- Sweatshop Free Procurement Affidavit - (if specification is for purchase of garments)
Circle one from the response values below:
YES
NO
- Copy of current Registration for Authority to Deal in Vehicles issued by the Illinois Secretary of State (Vehicle/Heavy Equipment)
Circle one from the response values below:
YES
NO
- Evidence validating the Contractor’s current status of authorized dealer or distributor of the manufacturer of the proposed vehicles and/or parts (Vehicle/Heavy Equipment)
Circle one from the response values below:
YES
NO
- Literature / Data (i.e. Manufacturer's published literature for the proposed vehicle) (if required) (Vehicle/Heavy Equipment)
Circle one from the response values below:
YES
NO
- Manuals, Certificates, Applications(if required)
Circle one from the response values below:
YES
NO
- Bidder Contact Information - (ALL)
Circle one from the response values below:
YES
NO
- Bidder qualifications and/or certifications, permits, licenses, vehicle stickers, etc. (if required)
Circle one from the response values below:
YES
NO
M/WBE DOCUMENTS
Type No Response Required
- Schedule B - MBE/WBE Affidavit of Joint Venture - (ALL)
Circle one from the response values below:
YES
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<B>COMMODITIES/WORK
SERVICES/HEAVY EQUIPMENT/SMALL
ORDERS/CONSTRUCTION/JOC
CHECKLIST</B>
NO
- Schedule C-1 - – MBE/WBE Letter of Intent To Perform As a Subcontractor or Supplier - (ALL)
Circle one from the response values below:
YES
NO
-Schedule D-1 - Compliance Plan Regarding MBE and WBE Utilization - (ALL)
Circle one from the response values below:
YES
NO
- Request for Full or Partial Waiver - (ALL)
Circle one from the response values below:
YES
NO
- Letters of Certification for all M/WBE’s - (ALL)
Circle one from the response values below:
YES
NO
- Current Letter of Certification from the City of Chicago or Cook County for Bidder and any other MBE/WBE participant(s)
Circle one from the response values below:
YES
NO
- Schedule B-2 - (Joint Venture)
Circle one from the response values below:
YES
NO
- Schedule C-2
Circle one from the response values below:
YES
NO
- Schedule D-2
Circle one from the response values below:
YES
NO
- Schedule B-7- Affidavit of MSB Joint Venture
Provide your answer below
NON BID LINE REQUIREMENT (GROUPS)
Specification Number: 1300342 Page 8 Type of Funding: CITY Title: 1300342: Comprehensive Conveyance Maintenance & Repair Services O'Hare Airport
<B>COMMODITIES/WORK
SERVICES/HEAVY EQUIPMENT/SMALL
ORDERS/CONSTRUCTION/JOC
CHECKLIST</B>
Type No Response Required
- If you are not bidding a specific line(s) within a Group, enter a price of $0.0000000001 into the unit price field of the bid line(s). Please comply with other solicitation provisions, if any, requiring bidding of all lines in order for your bid to be considered responsive.
Type No Response Required
1.4 Attachments
Name Data Type Description
ATTACHMENT 01:
Conveyance Maintenance (Spec1300342)
File 1300342: Conveyance Maintenance and Repair at Chicago O'Hare Airport
ATTACHMENT 02: Diverse Work Force Spreadsheet
File Diverse Management and Workforce Spreadsheets
1.5 Response Rules
Solicitation is restricted to invited suppliers Suppliers are allowed to view other suppliers' contract terms, notes and attachments Suppliers are allowed to respond to selected lines X Suppliers are allowed to provide multiple responses Buyer may close the solicitation before the Close Date Buyer may manually extend the solicitation while it is open
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2 Price Schedule
2.1 Line Information
Display Rank As No indicator displayed
Ranking Price Only Cost Factors None
Line Item, Rev / Job
Target Quantity
Unit Unit Price Amount
1 COMPREHENSIVE
CONVEYANCE
MAINTENANCE
AND REPAIR
SERVICES -
MONTHLY
COMPREHENSIVE
PREVENTATIVE
MAINTENANCE,
REPAIR, AND
REPLACEMENT -
PER EACH
9101300
60 Month
2 COMPREHENSIVE
CONVEYANCE
MAINTENANCE
AND REPAIR
SERVICES - LABOR,
STRAIGHT TIME
9101300
5,500 Hour
3 COMPREHENSIVE
CONVEYANCE
MAINTENANCE
AND REPAIR
SERVICES - LABOR,
OVERTIME
9101300
300 Hour
4 COMPREHENSIVE
CONVEYANCE
MAINTENANCE
AND REPAIR
SERVICES - LABOR,
PREMIUM TIME
9101300
220 Hour
5 COMPREHENSIVE
CONVEYANCE
MAINTENANCE
AND REPAIR
SERVICES-
DAMAGES AND
UPGRADES-NOT
COVERED UNDER
CONTRACT LINE
ITEMS 1-4.
500,000 USD
6 COMPREHENSIVE
CONVEYANCE
MAINTENANCE
AND REPAIR
SERVICES-NEW
AND
REPLACEMENT
PARTS,
ACCESSORIES, AND
FREIGHT.
1,250,00
USD
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2.2 Line Details
2.2.1 Line 1 COMPREHENSIVE CONVEYANCE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR SERVICES -
MONTHLY COMPREHENSIVE PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE, REPAIR, AND
REPLACEMENT - PER EACH
Category 91013. Start Price (USD) Not Specified Shopping Category Not Specified Target Price (USD) Not Specified Minimum Release
Amount (USD) Not Specified
Estimated Total Amount (USD)
Not Specified
Price Breaks You must enter a price for each line in the table.
Target Price Price Type (Circle one value) Unit Price
2.2.2 Line 2 COMPREHENSIVE CONVEYANCE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR SERVICES -
LABOR, STRAIGHT TIME
Category 91013. Start Price (USD) Not Specified Shopping Category Not Specified Target Price (USD) Not Specified Minimum Release
Amount (USD) Not Specified
Estimated Total Amount (USD)
Not Specified
Price Breaks You must enter a price for each line in the table.
Target Price Price Type (Circle one value) Unit Price
2.2.3 Line 3 COMPREHENSIVE CONVEYANCE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR SERVICES -
LABOR, OVERTIME
Category 91013. Start Price (USD) Not Specified Shopping Category Not Specified Target Price (USD) Not Specified Minimum Release
Amount (USD) Not Specified
Estimated Total Amount (USD)
Not Specified
Price Breaks You must enter a price for each line in the table.
Target Price Price Type (Circle one value) Unit Price
2.2.4 Line 4 COMPREHENSIVE CONVEYANCE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR SERVICES -
LABOR, PREMIUM TIME
Category 91013. Start Price (USD) Not Specified Shopping Category Not Specified Target Price (USD) Not Specified Minimum Release
Amount (USD) Not Specified
Estimated Total Amount (USD)
Not Specified
Price Breaks You must enter a price for each line in the table.
Target Price Price Type (Circle one value) Unit Price
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2.2.5 Line 5 COMPREHENSIVE CONVEYANCE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR SERVICES-
DAMAGES AND UPGRADES-NOT COVERED UNDER CONTRACT LINE ITEMS 1-4.
Category 91013.01 Start Price (USD) Not Specified Shopping Category COMPREHENSIVE
CONVEYANCE
MAINTENANCE AND
REPAIR SERVICES -
MATERIALS AND
PARTS - DAMAGES
AND UPGRADES AT A
MARK-UP OVER
COST, ALLOWANCE
Target Price (USD) Not Specified
Minimum Release Amount (USD)
Not Specified
Estimated Total Amount (USD)
Not Specified
Price Breaks You must enter a price for each line in the table.
Target Price Price Type (Circle one value) Unit Price
2.2.6 Line 6 COMPREHENSIVE CONVEYANCE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR SERVICES-
NEW AND REPLACEMENT PARTS, ACCESSORIES, AND FREIGHT.
Category 91013. Start Price (USD) Not Specified Shopping Category Not Specified Target Price (USD) Not Specified Minimum Release
Amount (USD) Not Specified
Estimated Total Amount (USD)
Not Specified
Price Breaks You must enter a price for each line in the table.
Target Price Price Type (Circle one value) Unit Price
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Table of Contents
BID SUBMITTAL CHECKLIST
Requirements for Bidding and Instructions to Bidders
1.1. The Bid Documents
1.2. Obtaining the Bid Documents
1.3. Clarifications and Addenda
1.4. Examination of the Bid Documents and Work Site
1.5. Pre-Bid Conference
1.6. Questions Regarding the Bid Documents; Bidder Inquiry Deadline
1.7. Exceptions
1.8. Taxes Included in Bid Prices
1.9. Bid Prices Must Incorporate All Costs
1.10. Completion of the Bid Documents
1.11. Conflicts of Interest
1.12. Technical Difficulties
1.13. Required Forms and Fees
1.13.1. Certificate of Filing for Online EDS
1.13.2. MBE/WBE and VBE Programs
1.13.3. Bid Deposits and Bid Bonds
1.13.4. Performance and Payment Bonds
1.13.5. Contractor's Financial Statement
1.13.6. Other Required Forms and Documents
1.14. Trade Names and Substitutions
1.15. Authorized Dealer/Distributor
1.16. Estimated Quantities
1.17. Submission of Bids
1.17.1. Date, Time, and Place
1.17.2. Transparency Website; Trade Secrets
1.18. Withdrawal of Bids
1.19. Bid Opening
1.20. Effective Term of Bid
1.21. Evaluation of Bids
1.21.1. Determination of Responsiveness
1.21.1.1. Must Bid All Line Items
1.21.1.2. Mathematical Calculations
1.21.1.3. Unbalanced Bids
1.21.1.4. Cash Billing Terms
1.21.2. Determination of Responsibility
1.21.2.1. Bidder Debts or Defaults
1.21.2.2. Competency of Bidder
1.22. Rejection of Bids and Waiver of Informalities
1.23. Statutory Adjustments to the Bid
1.23.1. City-based Businesses (Chicago Business Preference)
1.23.2. Locally Manufactured Goods
1.23.3. Alternatively Powered Vehicles Bid Incentive
1.23.3.1. Definitions for Alternatively Powered Vehicles Bid Incentive
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1.23.3.2. Eligibility for Alternatively Powered Vehicles Bid Incentive
1.23.4. Bid Incentives for Veteran-Owned Business Enterprises and Eligible Joint Ventures 14
1.23.4.1. Definitions
1.23.4.2. Bid Incentive
1.23.5. Business Enterprises Owned By People With Disabilities (BEPD) Commitment .. 15
1.23.5.1. Policy and Terms
1.23.5.2. Definitions
1.23.5.3. Commitments
1.23.5.4. Records and Reports
1.23.6. Mentoring Program Bid Preference (MCC 2-92-535)
1.23.7. Child Support Arrearage
1.23.8. Bid Incentive to Encourage Diverse Management and Workforce (MCC 2-92-407)
1.23.9. MacBride Principles Ordinance
1.24. Consideration of Bids
1.25. Bid Protests
1.26. Award of Contract; Notice of Award
1.27. Title VI Solicitation Notice
1.28. Policy Prohibiting Sexual Harassment (MCC 2-92-612)
1.29. Policy Regarding Non-Disclosure of Salary History (MCC 2-92-385)
Article 2. Incorporation of Exhibits Article 3. Standard Terms And Conditions
3.1. General Provisions
3.1.1. Definitions
3.1.2. Interpretation of Contract
3.1.2.1. Order of Precedence
3.1.2.2. Interpretation and Rules
3.1.2.3. Severability
3.1.2.4. Entire Contract
3.1.3. Subcontracting and Assignment
3.1.3.1. No Assignment of Contract
3.1.3.2. Subcontracts
3.1.3.3. No Pledging or Assignment of Contract Funds Without City Approval
3.1.3.4. City’s Right to Assign
3.1.3.5. Assigns
3.1.4. Contract Governance
3.1.4.1. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
3.1.4.2. Consent to Service of Process
3.1.4.3. Cooperation by Parties and between Contractors
3.1.4.4. No Third Party Beneficiaries
3.1.4.5. Independent Contractor
3.1.4.6. Authority
3.1.4.7. Joint and Several Liability
3.1.4.8. Notices
3.1.4.9. Amendments
3.1.4.10. No Waiver of Legal Rights
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3.1.4.11. Non-appropriation of Funds
3.1.4.12. Participation By Other Government Agencies
3.1.5. Confidentiality
3.1.6. Indemnity
3.1.7. Non-Liability of Public Officials
3.1.8. Contract Extension For Continuity of Services
3.2. Compensation Provisions
3.2.1. Ordering, Invoices, and Payment
3.2.1.1. Purchase Orders
3.2.1.2. Invoices
3.2.1.3. Payment
3.2.1.4. Electronic Ordering and Invoices
3.2.1.5. City Right to Offset
3.2.1.6. Records
3.2.1.7. Audits
3.2.1.7.1. City’s Right to Conduct Audits
3.2.1.7.2. Recovery for Over-Billing
3.2.2. Subcontractor Payment Reports
3.2.3. Prompt Payment to Subcontractors
3.2.3.1. Incorporation of Prompt Payment Language in Subcontracts
3.2.3.2. Payment to Subcontractors Within Seven Days
3.2.3.2.1. Reporting Failures to Promptly Pay
3.2.3.2.2. Whistleblower Protection
3.2.3.3. Liquidated Damages for Failure to Promptly Pay
3.2.3.4. Action by the City
3.2.3.5. Direct Payment to Subcontractors By City
3.2.4. General Price Reduction – Automatic Eligibility for General Price Reductions
3.3. Compliance With All Laws
3.3.1. General
3.3.2. Certification of Compliance with Laws
3.3.3. Federal Affirmative Action
3.3.4. Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VI, Compliance With Nondiscrimination Requirements
3.3.4.1. Title VI List of Pertinent Non-Discrimination Acts and Authorities
3.3.4.2. Compliance with Regulations
3.3.4.3. Nondiscrimination
3.3.4.4. Solicitations for Subcontracts, including Procurements of Materials and Equipment 36
3.3.4.5. Information and Reports
3.3.4.6. Sanctions for Noncompliance
3.3.4.7. Incorporation of Provisions
3.3.5. Other Non-Discrimination Requirements
3.3.5.1. Illinois Human Rights Act
3.3.5.1.1. Generally
3.3.5.1.2. State of Illinois Duties of Public Contractors (44 Ill. Admin. Code 750 et seq.)
3.3.5.1.3. State of Illinois Equal Employment Opportunity Clause
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3.3.5.2. Chicago Human Rights Ordinance MCC Ch. 6-10
3.3.5.3. City of Chicago Equal Employment Opportunity Goals MCC 2-92-390
3.3.5.4. Business Enterprises Owned by People With Disabilities (BEPD)
3.3.6. Wages
3.3.7. Economic Disclosure Statement and Affidavit and Appendix A ("EDS")
3.3.7.1. Business Relationships With Elected Officials MCC Sect. 2-156-030(b)
3.3.7.2. MCC 1-23 and 720 ILCS 5/33E Bribery, Debts, and Debarment Certification .. 40
3.3.7.3. Federal Terrorist (No-Business) List
3.3.7.4. Governmental Ethics Ordinance 2-156
3.3.7.5. Lobbyists
3.3.8. Restrictions on Business Dealings
3.3.8.1. Prohibited Interests in City Contracts
3.3.8.2. Conflicts of Interest
3.3.8.3. Prohibition on Certain Contributions, Mayoral Executive Order 2011-4
3.3.9. Debts Owed to the City; Anti-Scofflaw, MCC Sect. 2-92-380
3.3.10. Other City Ordinances and Policies
3.3.10.1. False Statements
3.3.10.2. MacBride Principles Ordinance, MCC Sect. 2-92-580
3.3.10.3. City Hiring Plan Prohibitions
3.3.10.4. Inspector General
3.3.10.5. Duty to Report Corrupt Activity
3.3.10.6. Electronic Mail Communication
3.3.10.7. Participation By Other Local Government Agencies
3.3.10.8. Policy Prohibiting Sexual Harassment (MCC 2-92-612)
3.3.10.9. Policy on Non-Disclosure of Salary History (MCC 2-92-385)
3.3.10.10. Business Diversity Program Reporting
3.3.10.10.1. Policy
3.3.10.10.2. Definitions
3.3.10.10.3. Business Diversity Program Reports
3.3.10.10.4. Applicability
3.3.11. Compliance with Environmental Laws and Related Matters
3.3.11.1. Definitions
3.3.11.2. Joint Ventures
3.3.11.3. Compliance With Environmental Laws
3.3.11.4. Costs
3.3.11.5. Proof of Noncompliance; Authority; Cure
3.3.11.6. Copies of Notices and Reports; Related Matters
3.3.11.7. Requests for Documents and Information
3.3.11.8. Environmental Claims and Related Matters
3.3.11.9. Preference for Recycled Materials
3.3.11.10. No Waste Disposal in Public Way MCC 11-4-1600(E)
3.4. Contract Disputes
3.4.1. Procedure for Bringing Disputes to the Department
3.4.2. Procedure for Bringing Disputes before the CPO
3.5. Events of Default and Termination
3.5.1. Events of Default
3.5.2. Cure or Default Notice
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3.5.3. Remedies
3.5.4. Non-Exclusivity of Remedies
3.5.5. City Reservation of Rights
3.5.6. Early Termination
3.6. Department-specific Requirements
3.6.1. Department of Aviation Standard Requirements
3.6.1.1. Confidentiality of Airport Security Data
3.6.1.2. Aviation Security
3.6.1.3. Airport Security Badges
3.6.1.4. General Requirements Regarding Airport Operations
3.6.1.4.1. Priority of Airport Operations
3.6.1.4.2. Interruption of Airport Operations
3.6.1.4.3. Safeguarding of Airport Property and Operations
3.6.1.4.4. Work on the Airfield
3.6.1.4.5. Parking Restrictions
3.6.1.5. General Civil Rights (Airport and Airway Improvement Act of 1982, Section 520)
3.6.1.6. Firearms and Other Weapons Prohibited
3.6.2. Emergency Management and Communications (OEMC) Security Requirements ... 58
3.6.2.1. Identification of Workers and Vehicles
3.6.2.2. Access to Facilities
3.6.2.3. Security Badges and Vehicle Permits
3.6.2.4. Gates and Fences
3.6.2.5. Hazardous or Illegal Materials
3.6.3. Chicago Police Department Security Requirements
3.6.4. Department of Water Management ("DOWM") Security Requirements
3.6.4.1. Identification of Workers and Vehicles
3.6.4.2. Access to Facilities
3.6.4.3. Security Badges and Vehicle Permits
3.6.4.4. Gates and Fences
3.6.4.5. Hazardous or Illegal Materials
Article 4. Terms for Work Services Contracts
4.1. The Services
4.1.1. Scope of Services
4.1.2. Estimated Quantities/Level of Service
4.1.3. Unspecified Services
4.2. Performance of the Services
4.2.1. Standard of Performance
4.2.2. Standard Working Hours
4.2.3. Character of Workers
4.2.4. Quality of Materials and Inspection
4.2.5. Manufacturer's Warranty and Product Information
4.2.6. Contractor's Warranties
4.2.6.1. Correction or Re-Performance of Services
4.2.6.2. Timeliness
4.2.6.3. Delay
4.2.7. Public Convenience
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4.2.8. Clean Up
4.2.9. Work Performed on City Property
4.2.10. Work In Progress
4.3. Compensation
4.4. Submission of Invoices
4.5. Clean Diesel Fleet MCC 2-92-595
Article 5. Scope of Work and Detailed Specifications
5.1. General
5.2. Basis of Award
5.3. Illinois Prevailing Wage Act/Davis-Bacon Act
5.4. Funding
5.5. Contract Term
5.6. Safety Enhancing Vehicle Equipment Contracting (MCC 2-92-597)
5.6.1. Definitions
5.6.2. Safety Enhancing Requirements
5.6.3. Compliance
5.6.4. Annual Waiver Requests
5.6.5. Costs
5.6.6. Enforcement
5.7. Authorized Dealer
5.8. Prevailing Wage Hourly Labor Unit Price Adjustments (Bid Line Items 2, 3, and 4)
5.9. Permits and License
5.10. Contractor Qualifications
5.11. Contractor Requirements
5.12. Disposal of Materials (Exhibit 11)
5.13. Reference Standards
The following shall be referenced while providing services:
5.14. Damages and Upgrades including New Equipment not covered under Contract Line Items 1-4 (Line item 5)
5.15. Equipment Damage (Line item 5)
5.16. Support (Line item 1)
5.17. Contractor Responsibilities
5.18. Procedures
5.19. Required Reporting by Contractor
5.19.1. Communications (Line item 1-5)
5.20. Preventative Maintenance and Repair Procedures (Line item 1)
5.21. Required Reporting
5.22. Preventative Maintenance and Repair Services – Distinct Component/Systems Included (Line Item1)
5.22.1. Hoisting Machinery – Complete
5.22.2. Motors, Motor Generators, and Power Drives – Complete
5.22.3. Signal and Motion Speed Control Apparatus – Complete
5.22.4. Door and Gate Operating and Safety Apparatus (Cars and Hoistway’s) – Complete 81
5.22.5. Car Equipment – Complete
5.22.6. Hoistways, Secondary, and Pit Equipment – Complete
5.22.7. Operating and Signal Fixtures – Complete
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5.22.8. Oil Hydraulic Equipment – Complete
5.22.9. Escalator Mechanical and Electrical Systems – Complete
5.23. Comprehensive Preventative Maintenance, Repairs, and Replacements – Line Item 1
5.23.1. Routine Inspections and Testing
5.23.2. Deficiencies (Line item 1)
5.23.2.1. Condition I “Immediate”
5.23.2.2. Condition II - "Priority"
5.23.2.3. Condition III “Routine”
5.23.3. Inspections and Tests for Traction and Hydraulic Elevators
5.23.3.1. City - Annual Inspections
5.23.3.2. One Year No Load Test and Inspection
5.23.3.3. Five Year Full-Load Test and Inspection
5.23.3.4. Fire and Emergency Service Testing
5.23.4. Elevator and Dumbwaiter Preventive Maintenance (Line Item 1)
5.23.4.1. Elevator Inspections, Checks, and Services
5.23.4.1.1. Minimum Annual Requirements
5.23.4.1.2. Minimum Monthly Requirements (Line item 1)
5.23.4.1.3. Elevator Operations (Line item 1)
5.23.4.1.4. Machine Room and Secondary (Line item 1)
5.23.4.1.5. Car Top and Hoist way
5.23.4.1.6. Elevator Pit Area
5.23.4.1.7. Minimum Quarterly Requirements (4 times per year)
5.23.4.1.8. Minimum Annual Requirements
5.23.4.1.9. Master Maintenance Schedule
5.23.4.1.10. Basic Operating Performance Standards for Traction Elevators
5.23.4.1.11. Inspections and Tests for Escalators and Moving Walkways
5.23.4.1.12. Annual Inspection and Test
5.23.5. LABOR NOT COVERED UNDER EXISTING LABOR LINE ITEMS 2-4. (Line item 5) .. 91
5.23.6. Escalator and Moving Walkway Preventive Maintenance
5.23.6.1. Basic Escalator Preventive Maintenance Schedule
5.24. Call Back Services (All Line items)
5.25. Emergency Services/Non-Emergency Services
5.26. Guarantee
5.27. Work Hours (Line Items 2-4)
5.28. Maintenance and Repair Services-Materials and Parts-Damages and Upgrades- Freight not included in Contract Line items 1-4 (Line Item 5)
5.28.1. Repair Services – Distinct Components/Systems Excluded
5.29. New Parts, Replacement Parts, Accessories and Materials (Line Item 6)
5.30. On-Site Facilities
5.31. Joint Inspections
Article 6. Special Conditions Regarding Minority Business Enterprise Commitment, Women Business Enterprise Commitment, and veteran-Owned business enterprise commitment For Commodities or Services
6.1. Policy and Terms
6.2. Definitions
6.3. Joint Ventures
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6.4. Counting MBE/WBE and VBE Participation Toward the Contract Specific Goals
6.5. Reductions to or Waiver of MBE, WBE, and VBE Goals
6.5.1. Direct Participation
6.5.2. Assist Agency Participation in wavier/reduction requests
6.5.3. Impracticability
6.6. Procedure to Determine Bid Compliance
6.7. Reporting Requirements During the Term of the Contract
6.8. Changes to Compliance Plans
6.8.1. Permissible Basis for Change Required
6.8.2. Procedure for Requesting Approval
6.9. Non-Compliance and Damages
6.10. Arbitration
6.11. Equal Employment Opportunity
6.12. Attachments and Schedules
Attachment B - Sample Format for Requesting Assist Agency Comments on Bidder’s Request for Reduction or Waiver of MBE/WBE/VBE Goals Schedule B – Affidavit of MBE/WBE/VBE Joint Venture Schedule C-1: Letter of Intent From MBE/WBE To Perform As Subcontractor, Supplier and/or Consultant Schedule D-1: Affidavit of Implementation of MBE/WBE Goals and Participation Plan
SCHEDULE C-V
SCHEDULE D-V
Article 7. Insurance Requirements
7.1. Insurance to be Provided
7.1.1. Workers’ Compensation and Employer’s Liability (Primary and Umbrella)
7.1.2. Commercial General Liability
7.1.3. Automobile Liability
7.1.4. Umbrella or Excess
7.1.5. Professional Liability (when applicable)
7.1.6. Valuable Papers (when applicable)
7.1.7. Blanket Crime (when applicable)
7.1.8. Garage Liability (when applicable)
7.1.9. Property (when applicable)
7.1.10. Installation Floater
7.1.11. Builders Risk (when applicable)
7.1.12. Miscellaneous Medical Professional Liability (when applicable)
7.1.13. Railroad Protective Liability (when applicable)
7.1.14. Marine Protection & Indemnity (when applicable)
7.2. Additional Requirements
Article 8. Economic Disclosure Statement and Affidavit (EDS)
8.1. Online EDS Filing Required Prior To Bid Opening
8.2. Online EDS Web Link
8.3. Online EDS Number
8.4. Online EDS Certification of Filing
8.5. Preparation Checklist for Registration
8.6. Preparation Checklist for EDS Submission
8.7. EDS Frequently Asked Questions
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Article 9. Proposal Pages Article 10. Bidder Contact Information and Affidavits City-Based Business Affidavit Local MANUFACTURING AFFIDAVIT Eligible Business For Bid Incentive For Alternatively Powered Vehicles Affidavit Veteran-Owned Small Local Businesses And Eligible Joint Ventures Affidavit Bidder must complete the applicable signature line(s) BELOW Bidder's Commitment To Utilize Business Enterprises Owned By People With Disabilities (BEPD) Mentoring Program Bid Preference Affidavit Diverse Management and Workforce Bid Incentives Affidavit Article 11. Execution And Acceptance Pages
11.1. Bid Execution By a Corporation
11.2. Bid Execution By A Joint Venture
11.3. Bid Execution By A Partnership
11.4. Bid Execution By a Sole Proprietor
11.5. Bid Acceptance by City
EXHIBITS
Exhibit 1: Example Insurance Certificate of Coverage Exhibit 2: SEXUAL HARASSMENT POLICY AFFIDAVIT (SECTION 2-92-612) Exhibit 3: Equipment Summary Exhibit 4: Critical Equipment Summary Exhibit 5: Elevator/Dumbwaiter Bid Price Worksheet Exhibit 6: Escalator Bid Price Worksheet- Exhibit 7: Moving Walkway Bid Price Worksheet Exhibit 8: Terminal Area Building Numbers EXHIBIT 9: Assignment and Acceptance of Mobile Device Form Exhibit 10: Airport Location Plan Exhibit 11: Contractor’s Affidavit Regarding Removal of All Waste Materials and Identification of All Legal Disposal Facilities Exhibit 12- MYCOI
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BID SUBMITTAL CHECKLIST
Missing Information, Documents, and/or Bonds May Invalidate Your Bid.
To help ensure that you are submitting a complete bid, place an "X" next to each item below after completing and incorporating the item into your bid package. Write “N/A” if an item does not apply to your bid.
1. _____ Bid Submittal Checklist
2. _____ Insurance Certificate of Coverage
3. _____ MBE/WBE/VBE Compliance Plan
a. _____ Schedule B – Affidavit of Joint Venture MBE/WBE/VBE – (only if bidder is a joint venture)
b. _____ Schedule C-1/C-V: Letter(s) of Intent from MBE/WBE/VBE to Perform as Sub-contractor, Supplier and/or Consultant
c. _____ Schedule D-1/D-V: Affidavit of MBE/WBE/VBE Goal Implementation Plan
d. _____ Request for a reduction or waiver of MBE/WBE/VBE goals (if applicable)
4. _____ Certificate of Filing of Economic Disclosure Statement and Affidavit (EDS)
5. _____ Bid incentive/preference affidavit(s): Chicago Business, Local Manufacture, Alternatively Powered Vehicles, Veteran-Owned Small Local Business or Eligible Joint Venture, Utilization of Veteran-Owned Subcontractors, Mentoring Program, Commitment Regarding BEPD, and/or Diverse Management and Workforce (if applicable)
6. _____ Proposal Page(s) (Schedule of Prices) (Please refer to Exhibits 5,6, and 7)
7. _____ Bid Execution Page
8. _____ Sexual Harassment Policy Affidavit
9. _____ Review of the instructions regarding how to bid line item #1 in Section 5.20 of the Specification
10. _____ In accordance with the requirements in Section 5.7. Authorized Dealer, documentation that demonstrates the bidder is the manufacturer of, or an authorized dealer or authorized distributor for, elevators, escalators, moving walkways, and dumbwaiters of the proposed manufacturer.
11. _____ In accordance with the requirements in Section 5.9, Bidders must provide proof of all licenses including minimally, _____ 1) a valid Illinois Elevator Contractor License and
_____ 2) Department of Buildings Elevator Mechanic Contract License
12. _____ Contractor’s Affidavit Regarding Removal of All Waste Materials and Identification of All Legal Disposal Facilities (See Form in Exhibit 11)
13. ____ In accordance with the requirements in Section 5.10., a list of projects with a description of work completed, and start and end dates of projects that demonstrate the bidder has worked in elevator and conveyance maintenance for at least five years
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14. ___ In accordance with the requirements in Section 5.10., a list of at least three comparable contracts involving maintenance, repair, or modernization of elevators, escalators, moving walkways, or dumbwaiters with a minimum of 200 units performed within the past five years.
15. ____ In accordance with Section 5.10, for minimally 18 personnel proposed to do the work under this contract, ____1. a list of the applicable personnel
___2. Copies of the following documents for each of the personnel listed
_____ a. Elevator Mechanic Licenses
_____ b. OSHA 10 certificate
_____ c. OSHA 30 certificate
NOTE: Each page requiring a signature must be signed by the person with proper authority and sworn before a Notary Public where noted.
NOTE: Each Bidder must acknowledge the receipt of a full set of Bid Documents and any and all Addenda at the top of the Bid Execution Page.
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REQUIREMENTS FOR BIDDING AND INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS
Read this carefully before preparing your bid.
1.1. The Bid Documents
This is an eProcurement Bid. Bids are to be submitted through the City’s “iSupplier” system, the City’s eProcurement computer system for electronic bidding and providing Contractors with access to contract, ordering and payment information for their City contracts.
The Bid Documents means all the documents issued by the Chief Procurement Officer, or referenced by the Chief Procurement Officer as being available in the iSupplier system and incorporated by such reference, in connection with an invitation for bids or proposals and include the various components of the solicitation which include the Cover Page, Legal Advertisement Notice, these Contract Terms and Conditions, the Detailed Specifications, Plans and Drawings (if any), Insurance Requirements, and all other attachments as listed in the iSupplier Header Information, “Attachments” section, and any and all Clarifications and Addenda issued by the City. Bid Proposal Pages, Requirements for Bidding and Instructions for bidding and the following provisions apply to this bid. Upon the award and execution of a contract pursuant to the Bid Documents, the Bid Documents become the Contract Documents.
1.2. Obtaining the Bid Documents
Bidders are solely responsible for obtaining all Bid Documents, including Clarifications and Addenda.
Documents may be downloaded from the Department of Procurement Services (“DPS”) website at the following URL:
http://www.cityofchicago.org/eProcurement
Click on “Current Bids”
In order to receive notice of clarifications and addenda, Bidders be registered for and log-in to iSupplier, search for the solicitation number, open the solicitation for review, accept the disclaimer. This will sign Bidders up for notifications.
Bid Document Holders are listed on the Bid & Bond Room Opportunity Take Out List. The Opportunity Take Our List is public information and is posted to the DPS web site at www.cityofchicago.org/TOL. To find Opportunity Take Out lists go to “Get Started Online” and search by the specification number.
1.3. Clarifications and Addenda
The City will send an email notification to suppliers who have indicated intent in a Bid that an addendum or clarification has been issued. The Clarifications and Addenda incorporated into the electronic bid document available at the following URL:
https://www.cityofchchicago.org/eProcurement
Suppliers that have indicated interest in a Bid will receive email notification that an addendum or clarification has been issued. There may be multiple Clarifications and Addenda. Failure to obtain Clarifications and/or Addenda, for whatever cause, will not relieve a Bidder from the obligation to bid accordingly to and comply with any changed or additional terms and conditions contained in the Clarifications and Addenda.
Electronic Acknowledgement of Clarifications and/or Addenda is mandatory to submit an electronic Bid. Any harm to the bidder resulting from failure to obtain all necessary documents, for whatever cause, will not be valid grounds for a protest against award(s) made under this bid Solicitation.
1.4. Examination of the Bid Documents and Work Site
Bidders are required to carefully examine all of the Bid Documents before completing the forms and submitting a Bid. If the specification calls for work to be performed onsite, Bidders are also required to inspect the site of the work to be performed, and familiarize itself with the conditions at the site that will affect the work.
http://www.cityofchicago.org/eProcurement http://www.cityofchicago.org/TOL https://www.cityofchchicago.org/eProcurement
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A Bidder that is awarded a contract will be solely responsible for all costs arising from and associated with that Bidder’s (i) failure to comply with the requirements of the Bid Documents, including, without limitation, this requirement to inspect the Bid Documents and site of the work, and (ii) failure to include any costs or expense attributable to site conditions that could have reasonably been discovered through a site inspection or examination of the Bid Documents.
1.5. Pre-Bid Conference
The City will hold a Pre-Bid Conference at ORD Central Field Office, 10510 W. Zemke Road, Chicago, IL 60666 at 10:00 a.m. Central Time on September 22, 2026. All parties interested in responding to this Specification are encouraged to attend in person.
All interested Attendees are encouraged to register in advance of the Pre-Bid Conference. Attendees should send an e-mail to Toby Merrick at toby.merrick@cityofchicago.org.
E-mail Subject line must read: Comprehensive Conveyance Maintenance and Repair Services at Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
The City will answer questions and clarify the terms of the Specification at the Pre-Bid Conference. The City may respond both to questions posed on the day of the conference and to questions sent via online discussion in iSupplier prior to the conference.
Anything stated at this Pre-Bid Conference is not intended to change the solicitation document. Any changes will be in writing in the form of an Addendum issued by the Department of Procurement Services.
1.6. Questions Regarding the Bid Documents; Bidder Inquiry Deadline All inquiries regarding the Bid Documents or procurement process must be directed to the Procurement Specialist/Senior Procurement Specialist via online discussion in iSupplier or via the address listed on the front cover of the Bid Documents.
The Bidder Inquiry Deadline is listed on the front cover of the Bid Documents under “Deadline for Questions.” Inquiries received after the Bidder Inquiry Deadline will not be answered except at the discretion of the Chief Procurement Officer.
Bidders may only rely on written answers in a Clarification or in an Addendum duly issued by the Chief Procurement Officer. Bidders cannot rely on oral or informal responses; such answers will not be binding upon the City.
1.7. Exceptions
Any deviations from or exceptions to any provisions or requirements of the Bidding documents, including but not limited to the specifications of the goods and/or services to be provided, must be noted on the Proposal Page(s) or attached thereto, with the exact nature of the change outlined in sufficient detail, and as provided below under “Trade Names and Substitutions,” as applicable. Bidder must provide the reason for which deviations were made. Failure of a Bidder to comply with the terms of this paragraph may be cause for rejection of its Bid.
If a Bidder takes exception to or deviates from any provision or requirement, the Chief Procurement Officer shall reject the Bid as non-responsive in the event that the Chief Procurement Officer, in his or her sole opinion, determines such exception(s) or deviations to be material.
1.8. Taxes Included in Bid Prices
With few exceptions, materials purchased by the City of Chicago are not subject to the Federal Excise Tax. The Illinois Retailers’ Occupation Tax, Use Tax, and Municipal Retailers’ Occupation Tax do not apply to materials or services purchased by the City of Chicago.
Bidders shall include all other applicable federal, state and local taxes, direct or indirect, in their Bid Prices.
1.9. Bid Prices Must Incorporate All Costs
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Bid pricing must incorporate any/all peripheral costs including, but not limited to the costs of products/services, delivery/transportation charges, training, materials, labor, insurance, applicable taxes, warranty, overhead and profit, etc. that are required by the Bid Documents.
1.10. Completion of the Bid Documents
Bids for this Specification must be submitted electronically through iSupplier. Each Bidder must complete all of the forms listed on the Bid Submittal Checklist (with the exception of the Proposal Pages) in the Requirements section and scan and upload them as attachments to the electronic bid submission via iSupplier. Bidders may not change any of the Bid Documents. Any changes made by a Bidder to the Bid Documents may result in rejection of the Bid, and will not be binding upon the City.
Bidders must submit their pricing electronically by filling out bid lines in the electronic Price Schedule in the iSupplier system.
Bidders must use the Bid Execution Page that is appropriate for their form of business organization (e.g.
sole proprietorship, corporation, partnership, or joint venture). The individual(s) that sign the Bid Execution Page on behalf of the Bidder, by their signature, represents and warrants to the City that such individual is authorized to execute bids and contracts on behalf of the Bidder, and that the Bidder agrees and shall be bound to all of the terms and conditions of the Bid Documents and, upon execution by the City, the Contract Documents, Signatures must be sworn before a Notary Public. The form must be printed, signed, notarized and scanned then uploaded as an attachment to the electronic bid submission.
1.11. Conflicts of Interest
If any Bidder (or any partner in a joint venture or partnership or any member of the limited liability company if the Bidder is a joint venture, partnership, LLP, or LLC) has assisted the City in the preparation of these Bidding Documents such that provision of such assistance would give Bidder an unfair advantage or otherwise impair the integrity of the procurement process, or if Bidder has an organizational conflict of interest that might compromise Bidder’s ability to perform the contract, that Bidder may be disqualified from bidding. If applicable, Bidder must provide a statement and information disclosing its participation with respect to the Bid Documents and/or potential organizational conflicts of interest.
1.12. Technical Difficulties
The bidder is solely responsible for ensuring timely submission of their electronic solicitation response.
Failure to allow adequate time prior to the Bid Opening to complete and submit a response to a solicitation, particularly in the event technical support assistance is required, places the bidder and their response at risk of not being accepted on time. The bidder is advised that the iSupplier system requires acknowledgement of a disclaimer and an electronic signature before a solicitation response is accepted. The bidder is further advised that the iSupplier system checks for the completion of system-required fields before allowing the bidder to electronically sign and submit their response electronically. Bidders who wait until nearly the time of Bid Opening may not be allowed to sign and submit their document due to missing required fields.
Should the bidder encounter technical difficulty with their bid submission, the bidder must contact the City’s eProcurement Help Desk at 312-744-HELP or customersupport@cityofchicago.org, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., excluding City holidays.
1.13. Required Forms and Fees
1.13.1. Certificate of Filing for Online EDS
Bidders must complete an online EDS prior to the bid due date. A Bidder who does not file an electronic EDS prior to the bid due date may be found non-responsive and its bid rejected. If you are unable to complete the EDS online and print a Certificate of Filing prior to the response due date, the City will accept a paper EDS provided written justification is provided explaining the Bidders good faith efforts to complete it before the response due date and the reasons why it could
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1.13.2. MBE/WBE and VBE Programs
The goals for MBE, WBE, and VBE participation are set forth in the Special Conditions Regarding Minority Business Enterprise Commitment, Women Business Enterprise Commitment, and Veteran-Owned Business Enterprise Commitment (“M/W/VBE Special Conditions”). The rules, regulations, and forms for achieving these goals are set forth in M/W/VBE Special Conditions.
• Schedule B: Affidavit of Joint Venture (if applicable) If applicable, complete and submit this form if a non-certified firm has formed a joint venture with one or more MBE/WBE or VBE certified firms (as applicable) to submit a Bid. Such Affidavit should be signed by the appropriate Joint Venture members and notarized.
• MBE/WBE Letter of Intent to Perform as a Subcontractor, Supplier, or Consultant (Schedule C, C-1, C-2, or C-3 as specified in M/W/VBE Special Conditions.)
If applicable, include a completed Letter of Intent from each certified MBE or WBE that will perform as a Subcontractor, Supplier and/or Consultant. Such letter(s) must be signed and notarized.
• Affidavit of Prime Contractor Regarding MBE/WBE Utilization Compliance Plan (Schedule D, D-1, D-2, or D-3 as specified in M/WBE Special Conditions.)
If applicable, include the Bidder’s Affidavit of MBE/WBE Goal Implementation Plan.
This Affidavit must be signed and notarized.
• VBE Letter of Intent to Perform as a Subcontractor, Supplier, or Consultant (Schedule C-V, C-V-1, C-V-2, or C-V-3 as specified in the M/W/VBE Special Conditions.)
If applicable, include a completed Letter of Intent from each certified VBE that will perform as a Subcontractor, Supplier and/or Consultant. Such letter(s) must be signed and notarized.
• Affidavit of Prime Contractor Regarding VBE Utilization Compliance Plan (Schedule D-V, D-V-1, D-V-2, or D-V-3 as specified in the M/W/VBE Special Conditions.)
If applicable, include the Bidder’s Affidavit of VBE Goal Implementation Plan. This Affidavit must be signed and notarized.
• Request for a Reduction or Waiver of the MBE/WBE/VBE Goals If applicable, after making good faith efforts, the Bidder is unable to provide a plan for the utilization of MBE, WBE, and VBE firms that will achieve compliance with the MBE/WBE/VBE goals, the Bidder must, as required by the M/W/VBE Special Conditions, submit a request for whole or partial waiver of the goals with its Bid. Any waiver request must include documentation as required by the M/W/VBE Special Conditions including but not limited to notification to an assist agency.
1.13.3. Bid Deposits and Bid Bonds
If a bid deposit is required, it will be indicated on the front cover of the Bid Documents.
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