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RFP 2223-17 Invitation to Bid - Economic Development Marketing Campaign

Date: 
October 10, 2022 - 5:00pm to November 14, 2022 - 5:00pm

The City of Urbana Economic Development Division is seeking email proposals for services to develop an economic development marketing campaign to use in attracting development and business to targeted areas within the City of Urbana, as well as, tourists and new residents. The selected firm will be responsible for the development of a marketing campaign that can be used in both digital and print media platforms. Scope of project may be f ound through the City of Urbana website at www.urbanaillinois.us/node/10301

PDF's via a USB must be received at the Economic Development Division, 400 South Vine, Urbana, Illinois by not later than 5:00 pm central time on November 14, 2022

Invitation to Bid: Tree and Stump Removal (Solicitation 2223-13)

City of Urbana Invitation to Bid #2223-13 Sealed bids will be received at the Urbana Public Works Department for Solicitation #2223-13 Tree and Stump Removal.

The City of Urbana, Illinois seeks bids from qualified contractors to provide all supervision, labor, tools, equipment and services required to perform tree and stump removal work in the City of Urbana.

The successful respondent shall provide the necessary equipment and personnel to perform the services in a professional manner consistent with customs and practices in the industry.

Please register online at City of Urbana Website Tree and Stump Removal (solicitation 2223-13)- Contact Form | City of Urbana (urbanaillinois.us) to receive bid documents and specifications. 

 

Bids will be received through 2:00 PM, Friday, October 28, 2022, and at said time, the bids shall be opened and read publicly.

The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive irregularities or technicalities.

CLOSED-Invitation to Bid: Parking Lot Snow Removal (Solicitation 2223-14)

City of Urbana Invitation to Bid #2223-14 Sealed bids will be received at the Urbana Public Works Department for Solicitation Parking Lot Snow Plowing Services for City of Urbana.

The City of Urbana, Illinois seeks bids from qualified contractors to provide snow plowing services for City-owned parking lots identified in the bid documentation. 

The successful respondent shall provide the necessary equipment and personnel to perform the services in a professional manner consistent with customs and practices in the snowplowing industry.

Bids will be received through 2:00 PM, Thursday, October 27th, 2022 and at said time, the bids shall be opened and read publicly.

The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive irregularities or technicalities.

CLOSED-Invitation to Bid Section 22-00657-ST Pavement Marking 2022 (Solicitation 2223-11)

Sealed BIDS for the construction of Pavement Marking 2022 (Section 22-00657-00-ST) including: paint pavement marking lines and modified urethane pavement marking symbols at various locations, that will be received by the City of Urbana at the Public Works Department, 706 South Glover, Urbana, Illinois 61802 until 2:00 PM prevailing time on Wednesday, September 7, 2022 and publicly opened and read aloud at said office.

 

The plans and proposals are each a call for bids containing all requirements governing the letting and performance of the particular contract including but not limited to any applicable requirements for the payment of prevailing rates of wages for labor as required by law. Any questions regarding individual plans and proposals should be directed to the City of Urbana Public Works Department.

CLOSED- Invitation to Bid Section 22-00656-00-SC, Bituminous Surface Treatment 2022 (Solicitation 2223-08)

Sealed BIDS for the construction of Bituminous Surface Treatment 2022 (Section 22-00656-00-SC) including: bituminous surface treatment (preventative maintenance) with crushed steel slag, that will be received by the City of Urbana at the Public Works Department, 706 South Glover, Urbana, Illinois 61802 until 2:15 PM prevailing time on Wednesday, August 31, 2022 and publicly opened and read aloud at said office.

CLOSED- Invitation to Bid Section 22-00650-00-PP, Pavement Patching 2022 (Solicitation 2223-07)

Sealed BIDS for the construction of Pavement Patching 2022 (Section 22-00650-00-PP) including: class B concrete patching on Race Street from Windsor Road to Florida Avenue, that will be received by the City of Urbana at the Public Works Department, 706 South Glover, Urbana, Illinois 61802 until 2:00 PM prevailing time on Wednesday, August 31, 2022 and publicly opened and read aloud at said office.

The plans and proposals are each a call for bids containing all requirements governing the letting and performance of the particular contract including but not limited to any applicable requirements for the payment of prevailing rates of wages for labor as required by law. Any questions regarding individual plans and proposals should be directed to the City of Urbana Public Works Department. All bidders are required to provide evidence of current prequalification with the Illinois Department of Transportation.

Each proposal shall be accompanied by a bid bond according to BLRS Special Provision for Bidding Requirements and Conditions for Material Proposals.

The Commercial Signage Grant Program and Webinar

Date: 
September 1, 2022 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm

What is the Commercial Signage Grant Program? Attend the Webinar!

The Commercial Signage Grant Program provides matching grant funds to businesses to enhance their store fronts with the addition or improvement of commercial signage.Properties eligible for this program must be located in a TIF District or the Philo Road Business District. Go here to read more and apply!

CLOSED - Request for Proposals: Community Safety Review (Solicitation# 2223-05)

THIS POSTING HAS CLOSED. 

 

The City of Urbana is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide a detailed review of the methods for providing services related to community safety. The intent is to reconsider the traditional roles of public safety departments (specifically, police and fire) as well as other departments, as appropriate. The goal is to promote community safety and well-being in ways that minimize harm related to race, poverty, and other social factors.

 

The selected firm will have the qualifications and staff resources necessary to perform an analysis of existing conditions, research alternative models, prepare a cost analysis, and develop a transition plan. The successful firm will provide services for the City of Urbana as outlined under Scope of Services in the attached RFP document. The City is looking for a team that has expertise in both traditional public safety reviews as well as an innovative approaches to assist the City in developing locally-tailored recommendations gives operational needs, financial constraints, and multi-jurisdictional collaboration.

 

Request for Proposal: Bond Counsel (#2223-04)

Date: 
August 4, 2022 - 11:30am to August 26, 2022 - 5:00pm

The City of Urbana, Illinois is seeking proposals form qualified firms to serve as bond counsel for the City for a period of five (5) years. The City plans to issue debt late in calendar year 2022, and again in calendar year 2023 for a total of approximately $17.5 million. Each issuance will be $10 million or less and will be a private placement with a local bank. Each will be a general obligation, secured by the full faith and credit of the City of Urbana and will be bank qualified. The City may also require additional services of the selected bond counsel over the next five years.

Venders must register to receive the RFP. Please register using the contact form: https://www.urbanaillinois.us/node/10228