1285228A helix foundation pole bases, helix foundation pole bases cable

The City of Chicago Department of Procurement Services is requesting bids on helix foundation pole bases and cable anti-theft devices for the Chicago Department of Transportation under Solicitation 64196, with bids due September 25, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Central Time and a pre-bid conference on August 24, 2026. MBE/WBE participation goals of 10% and 5%, respectively, apply to all bids.

The scope comprises five line items: 210 units of 5-foot bases with 10-inch bolt circles, 50 units of 5-foot bases with 13-inch bolt circles, 300 units of 7-foot bases with 10-inch to 15-inch bolt circles, 550 units of 10-inch cable anti-theft devices, and 300 units of 15-inch cable anti-theft devices. All items must conform to drawings #936 and #982. Bidders may qualify for statutory bid preferences including a city-based business preference (4–8% adjustment), locally manufactured goods incentive (1–2% adjustment), and alternatively powered vehicles bid incentive.

The contract is a blanket purchase agreement with a 60-month term. Delivery is FOB Chicago to the CDOT office at 2 North LaSalle Street, Room 950. Bid pricing must incorporate all costs including delivery, materials, labor, insurance, applicable taxes, and profit. The City will evaluate bids on a price-only basis to determine the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

Bidders must submit an Economic Disclosure Statement (EDS) Certificate of Filing, Certificate of Insurance, and required affidavits and compliance documentation prior to bid opening. Bidder inquiries are due September 1, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Central Time. Funding is provided through City sources (Fund Number 026-499-084-2015-0149-220140) with immediate payment terms upon invoice. Bids are submitted through the City's iSupplier eProcurement portal.