Bid guide

How to bid on HVAC equipment replacement for the City of Aurora

City of Aurora, IL Aurora, ILCloses November 25, 2026

What the City is buying

The City of Aurora, Illinois, is seeking qualified contractors to replace the existing air-handling and condensing units at the Aurora 25 Transportation Center.

The work includes removing and properly disposing of the existing equipment, then furnishing, installing, connecting, testing, and starting up the new equipment. The goal is a complete, fully operational HVAC system. This construction opportunity may suit contractors with relevant HVAC replacement experience.

Key date and deadline

Bids are due November 25, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET. Submit your response through OpenGov Procurement before the deadline.

The provided information does not state what happens at the deadline, so check the solicitation in OpenGov for submission instructions and any related details.

Who this opportunity suits

This bid is relevant to HVAC contractors able to handle equipment removal and disposal, installation, connections, testing, and startup. The contractor must be prepared to provide the labor, materials, equipment, and incidentals needed for the complete system, in accordance with the Bid Specifications.

How to access and respond

Open the opportunity on OpenGov Procurement using the “View original source” option. Allow the brief security check to finish so the project page loads.

Sign in or create a free vendor account to download plans, ask questions, join the planholders list, and submit your response. OpenGov also provides addenda notices.

Prepare a clear, competitive response

Review the Bid Specifications and plans carefully. Use them to confirm the equipment and work requirements, and check OpenGov for addenda and answers to questions before finalizing your bid.

Build your response around the full scope: removal and disposal, furnishing and installing the new units, connections, testing, and startup. Check that your pricing and proposed work account for the labor, materials, equipment, and incidentals needed to deliver a complete, operational system.

Allow time to complete the portal submission before the deadline, and verify that your response has been submitted.

See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond

Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.

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This guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from City of Aurora, IL; the original posting controls.