Electrical Materials 2027

The City of Aurora, Illinois, is soliciting bids under solicitation number 26-112 for a materials-only contract to provide electrical supplies, including lamps, controls, fuses, and splicing materials, for various projects throughout the city. The contract does not include installation services. The City will utilize a unit-price model, adopting the lowest responsive and responsible bidder's prices for individual items to allow the Electrical Division to procure materials as needed based on 2027 estimated quantities. The initial term begins January 1, 2027, for one year, with the option for two subsequent one-year renewals through 2029 upon mutual agreement. Award decisions will be based on the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, considering factors such as bidder qualifications, past performance, product quality, and delivery capabilities. Bidders must be prime vendors and submit all proposals electronically via the OpenGov portal by November 4, 2026. Requirements for submission include a signed Terms and Conditions Acknowledgment, contact information, a compliant Certificate of Insurance, and various certifications regarding ethics, drug-free workplaces, and Illinois prevailing wage laws. All provided goods must comply with OSHA and State of Illinois safety codes, and the final purchase price must include all transportation and handling charges for delivery to the City's destination.