PY2027 Weatherization Program

The City of Rockford, Illinois Finance Department is requesting proposals for the PY2027 Weatherization Program (RFQ No. 826-HS-072) across three service components, with proposals due August 25, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at City Hall. The prevailing wage requirement under the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act (820 ILCS 130) applies; certified payroll must be filed with the Illinois Department of Labor by the 15th of each month. An apprenticeship requirement applies for construction contracts over $50,000, mandating participation in apprenticeship programs approved and registered with the U.S. Department of Labor.

Mechanical services include HVAC system installation (forced air furnaces, boilers, heat pumps, air conditioning units), hot water systems (power vented, direct vent, heat pump, and sealed combustion), ventilation systems (exhaust fans, dryer vents), safety equipment (smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers), and combustion safety testing. Architectural services encompass insulation installation (cellulose, fiberglass, two-part spray foam, rigid board), air sealing measures (caulking windows and doors, sealing attic and basement/crawl space bypasses), carpentry tasks, and diagnostic testing. Appliance services require furnishing and installing Energy Star rated refrigerators, chest and upright freezers, and gas range/ovens.

Insurance requirements include commercial general liability ($1 million each occurrence, $2 million aggregate), umbrella liability ($2 million each occurrence and aggregate), and automobile coverage ($1 million each occurrence, $2 million aggregate), with the City named as additional insured. Workers' compensation insurance for all employees is mandatory. Performance and payment bonds may be required. A substance abuse prevention program meeting the Substance Abuse Prevention on Public Works Projects Act (820 ILCS 265) must be in place before work commences.

A local business adjustment of up to 5 percent of contract price (not to exceed $20,000) is available for qualified local bidders. The City encourages MWBE participation and requires Equal Employment Opportunity certifications, subcontractor utilization forms, and workforce data forms. Written questions are due August 17, 2026, with answers provided by addendum on August 19. Sealed bids only; facsimile and email submissions are not accepted. The City reserves discretionary award authority.