University of Illinois at Chicago
Bid #BA623C25117
Invitation for Construction Bid: Replace Fire Alarm - ETMSW
This notice has been modified
Published Thursday, June 18, 2026
Addendum 02 supplements and amends the project manual and the drawings and shall be taken into account in preparing this proposal and shall become a part of the contract documents. Bidders must acknowledge receipt of this addendum by listing the number and date, where provided, on the bid form (document provided by the contractor). This Addendum updates specification information only and provides RFI responses. It does not alter the previously published bid date(s).
This notice has been modified
Published Thursday, June 11, 2026
Addendum 01 supplements and amends the project manual and the drawings and shall be taken into account in preparing this proposal and shall become a part of the contract documents. Bidders must acknowledge receipt of this addendum by listing the number and date, where provided, on the bid form (document provided by the contractor.) This Addendum provides updates to specification and drawing information, and provides Pre-Bid Meeting minutes, only, and does not alter the previously published bid date(s).
First published Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Project Description
The existing fire alarms at the EDUCATION, THEATRE, MUSIC AND SOCIAL WORK/ UIC THEATRE (ETMSW/ UT) buildings are non-compliant. In addition, this fire alarm system is no longer supported by the industry and presents a challenge in finding replacement parts. The project includes replacing the fire alarm system as well as removal of the old system. The existing fire alarm systems to remain in place and operational until the new system is fully installed, commissioned and accepted by the University. All existing architectural finishes impacted by the removal of the existing fire alarm equipment, devices, conduit, wiring, boxes, etc., shall be restored/repaired to match surrounding conditions. Furnish and install fire alarm initiation and notification devices and equipment. All existing architectural finishes impacted by the installation of new fire alarm equipment, devices, conduit wiring, boxes, etc. shall be restored / repaired to match surrounding conditions. Numerous areas in the building will require working above standard 8-0. New UIC Fire Alarm Standards will be in place and need to be executed for this project.
This Project is located at: EDUCATION, THEATRE, MUSIC AND SOCIAL WORK (ETMSW) - 1040 West Harrison Street UIC THEATRE (UT) - 1044 West Harrison Street, Chicago IL 60607
A MANDATORY pre-bid conference for all parties interested in bidding the project will be held in EDUCATION, THEATRE, MUSIC AND SOCIAL WORK (ETMSW) - 1040 West Harrison Street, Chicago, Room 3427 at 11:00 AM on 6/2/2026.
Representatives of the Owner and the Professional Services Consultant will be present to answer questions regarding the project and bidding procedures. All prospective bidders are REQUIRED to attend.
See attached for complete details.
The existing fire alarms at the EDUCATION, THEATRE, MUSIC AND SOCIAL WORK/ UIC THEATRE (ETMSW/ UT) buildings are non-compliant. In addition, this fire alarm system is no longer supported by the industry and presents a challenge in finding replacement parts. The project includes replacing the fire alarm system as well as removal of the old system. The existing fire alarm systems to remain in place and operational until the new system is fully installed, commissioned and accepted by the University. All existing architectural finishes impacted by the removal of the existing fire alarm equipment, devices, conduit, wiring, boxes, etc., shall be restored/repaired to match surrounding conditions. Furnish and install fire alarm initiation and notification devices and equipment. All existing architectural finishes impacted by the installation of new fire alarm equipment, devices, conduit wiring, boxes, etc. shall be restored / repaired to match surrounding conditions. Numerous areas in the building will require working above standard 8-0. New UIC Fire Alarm Standards will be in place and need to be executed for this project.
This Project is located at: EDUCATION, THEATRE, MUSIC AND SOCIAL WORK (ETMSW) - 1040 West Harrison Street UIC THEATRE (UT) - 1044 West Harrison Street, Chicago IL 60607
A MANDATORY pre-bid conference for all parties interested in bidding the project will be held in EDUCATION, THEATRE, MUSIC AND SOCIAL WORK (ETMSW) - 1040 West Harrison Street, Chicago, Room 3427 at 11:00 AM on 6/2/2026.
Representatives of the Owner and the Professional Services Consultant will be present to answer questions regarding the project and bidding procedures. All prospective bidders are REQUIRED to attend.
See attached for complete details.
Division 05 - Electrical Work
Sealed bids will be accepted below until 1:00 PM, Thursday, June 25, 2026:
At the following addressvia PRZM electronic bidding per bidding documents
Chicago, IL 60612
Contact Information:
Nimota Nasiru
Chicago, IL 60612
Phone: (312) 996-0303
E-Mail:nnasiru2@uic.edu
Chicago, IL 60612
Phone: (312) 996-0303
E-Mail:nnasiru2@uic.edu
The project manual, drawings and all addenda are available after a one-time electronic registration for electronic viewing at no cost at https://www.uicplans.com/
For the convenience of bidders, complete sets of documents will be on file at
1. CMD (Construction Market Data) formerly Reed Construction Data, 30 Technology Parkway South Suite 100, Norcross, Georgia 30092 (800) 424 -3996
2. Hispanic American Construction Industry Association (HACIA), 650 West Lake Street Suite 415 Chicago, Illinois 60661, (312) 575-0389, fax (312) 575-0544.
3. Black Contractors United, 12000 South Marshfield, Calumet Park, Illinois 60478, (773) 483-4000, fax (773) 483-4150.
4. West Side 2000, 1211 West Western Avenue, Suite 206, Chicago, Illinois 60608, (312) 666-0445, fax (312) 563-0567.
5. Eighteenth Street Development Corporation, 1843 South Carpenter, Chicago, Illinois 60608, (312) 733-2287, fax (312) 733-8242.
6. Rainbow - Push Action Network, 930 East 50th Street, Chicago, Illinois 60615, (773) 373-3366, fax (773) 373-4104, ATTN: Marshette Turner.
7. Bidtool, 1 Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181, (630) 908-1104
8. Dodge Data & Analytics, 300 American Metro Blvd Ste 185, Hamilton, New Jersey, 08619 (877) 784-9556. Email: support@construction.com
9. iSqFt Planroom, c/o Cushing Co, 213 W. Institute Pl Suite 200, Chicago, IL 60610, (312) 266-8228
10. ePlan 1400 Forum Blvd. Suite 7B, Columbia, MO 65203, 573-447-7130, Email: eplan@eplanbidding.com
For the convenience of bidders, complete sets of documents will be on file at
1. CMD (Construction Market Data) formerly Reed Construction Data, 30 Technology Parkway South Suite 100, Norcross, Georgia 30092 (800) 424 -3996
2. Hispanic American Construction Industry Association (HACIA), 650 West Lake Street Suite 415 Chicago, Illinois 60661, (312) 575-0389, fax (312) 575-0544.
3. Black Contractors United, 12000 South Marshfield, Calumet Park, Illinois 60478, (773) 483-4000, fax (773) 483-4150.
4. West Side 2000, 1211 West Western Avenue, Suite 206, Chicago, Illinois 60608, (312) 666-0445, fax (312) 563-0567.
5. Eighteenth Street Development Corporation, 1843 South Carpenter, Chicago, Illinois 60608, (312) 733-2287, fax (312) 733-8242.
6. Rainbow - Push Action Network, 930 East 50th Street, Chicago, Illinois 60615, (773) 373-3366, fax (773) 373-4104, ATTN: Marshette Turner.
7. Bidtool, 1 Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181, (630) 908-1104
8. Dodge Data & Analytics, 300 American Metro Blvd Ste 185, Hamilton, New Jersey, 08619 (877) 784-9556. Email: support@construction.com
9. iSqFt Planroom, c/o Cushing Co, 213 W. Institute Pl Suite 200, Chicago, IL 60610, (312) 266-8228
10. ePlan 1400 Forum Blvd. Suite 7B, Columbia, MO 65203, 573-447-7130, Email: eplan@eplanbidding.com
For instructions on how to obtain a comprehensive purchase description, disclosure or contract forms, contact:
Karen Brown
Phone: (217) 330-2901
Phone: (217) 330-2901
Chief Procurement Officer - Bridget McHatton
State Purchasing Officer - Caleb Adams
All responses must include:
- There is a 30 percent BEP goal for this procurement. See solicitation documentation for details.
- There is a 3 percent Veteran-owned business goal for this procurement. See solicitation documentation for details.
- The contract(s) for this solicitation could exceed $50,000 annually.
This transaction is subject to the State Board of Elections registration and certification requirements of Public Act 095-0971.
The State of Illinois has a policy to encourage prospective vendors to hire qualified veterans, minorities, females, persons with disabilities and ex-offenders.