Countywide Parking Services for County-Owned Vehicles

Cook County is seeking a vendor to provide comprehensive parking services for county-owned vehicles through Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. 2557-03190R. The contract requires a secured, above-ground parking facility located within specific downtown Chicago boundaries, offering up to 7 dedicated reserved parking spaces and up to 50 self-park spaces for county vehicles. The parking facility must provide 24/7 access, 24-hour security surveillance, and prohibit valet parking services. Bids are due on October 22, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. local time in Chicago, with a contract term of three years and options for two additional one-year renewals. Vendors are expected to enforce parking rules, provide parking passes, and may optionally offer a discounted parking validation program for county employees and visitors through a validation machine or phone application. Evaluation criteria are likely to include compliance with local business preferences, veteran-owned business enterprise preferences, and various county ordinance requirements.

The solicitation includes specific provisions for Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Women Business Enterprise (WBE) participation, requiring bidders to complete comprehensive forms demonstrating their approach to including diverse businesses in the procurement process. Vendors must submit detailed documentation including an MBE/WBE Utilization Plan, Letters of Intent, and potential waiver petitions. The contract includes provisions for local business preferences and requires vendors to complete an Economic Disclosure Statement (EDS) that covers business ethics, ownership interests, and potential conflicts of interest. The total estimated contract value is $370,000, with potential additional opportunities through the validation program. Bidders must comply with various county requirements, including living wage ordinances, ethics disclosures, and familial relationship declarations. Small businesses and diverse-owned enterprises are particularly encouraged to participate, with the county providing mechanisms to support their inclusion in the procurement process.