SLED Opportunity · ILLINOIS · CHICAGO PARK DISTRICT
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Chicago Park District seeks bids for supply and delivery of topsoil (black earth) to maintain over 9,000 acres of turf and landscaped areas, including 1,000 athletic fields. The contract requires high-quality products, timely delivery, and includes all necessary equipment and services.
The Chicago Park District (Park District) is soliciting bids for the supply and delivery of topsoil (black earth).The Awardee (as such term is defined in the General Conditions of this IFB) shall provide all equipment, fuel, labor, materials, transportation, trucks, vehicles, and any/all other services necessary to supply and deliver topsoil (black earth) to locations throughout the Park District in accordance with the terms and conditions of this specification. Additionally, the Awardee will provide products of the highest and best quality that are competitively priced and delivered in a timely manner.Districtwide, the Park District maintains over 9,000 acres of turf-grass and other landscaped areas, including more than 1,000 turf-based athletic fields which are used year-round. Park District landscape areas represent a significant recreational resource for the public. The successful management of these landscapes is a critical component of the Park District’s stated mission as a provider of safe, inviting and well-maintained recreational opportunities.
| Status | Event Name | Location | Description | Dates | Mandatory |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ongoing | Open Date | Online Portal | Posting date for the Opportunity | Jul 2nd 2026, 9:00 AM CDT | N/A |
| Upcoming | Close Date | Online Portal | Deadline for Submissions | Jul 30th 2026, 5:00 PM CDT | N/A |
Note: Template files for the items below (BidTables, Questionnaires) are available in the Attachments section of this opportunity.
| Name | Type | # Files | Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| a. Signature Page | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | Multiple | Required |
| b. Bid/Unit Cost Pages | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | Multiple | Required |
| c. Economic Disclosure Statement & Affidavit | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | Multiple | Required |
| d. Chicago Business Affidavit (if applicable) | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | Multiple | Optional |
| e. Self-Performance Affidavit | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | Multiple | Required |
| f. Subcontractor Form | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | Multiple | Required |
| g. Sustainability Statement | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | Multiple | Required |
| h. Financial Statement | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | Multiple | Required |
| i. Legal Actions Form | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | Multiple | Required |
| j. MBE/WBE Schedule A, Schedule Bs, and Certification Letters | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | Multiple | Required |
| k. Vendor References Form | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | Multiple | Required |
SLED stands for State, Local, and Education. These are solicitations issued by state governments, counties, cities, school districts, utilities, and higher education institutions — as opposed to federal agencies.
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