Central House Dryer Vent RFQ

Location:	Illinois
Posted:	May 26, 2026
Due:	Jul 24, 2026
Agency:	City of Rock Island
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	J - Maintenance, Repair, and Rebuilding of Equipment
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Bid Title:	Central House Dryer Vent RFQ
Category:	Construction Projects
Status:	Open

Description:

The objective of this project is to install a dedicated commercial-grade exhaust vent system for a clothes dryer at Central House, 1313 5th Avenue. The installation requires core drilling or breaching an exterior wall of unknown thickness, routing rigid ductwork, installing heavy-duty support brackets, and executing final connections to ensure safe, code-compliant operation. Please see full RFQ for additional details.

Publication Date/Time:

5/26/2026 12:00 am

Closing Date/Time:

7/24/2026 3:00 pm

Contact Person:

Bob Graff, Fire Chief

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REQUEST FOR QUOTE (RFQ)

City of Rock Island Fire Department — Fiscal Year 2027

Central House Dryer Vent

1. Introduction & Project Overview

The City of Rock Island Fire Department is requesting quotes from qualified contractors for a

commercial rehabilitation/maintenance project.

● Project Site Location: Rock Island Fire Department Central House

● Operational Status: Bidders must take notice that the Rock Island Fire Department

operates active, working fire stations that are manned 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365

days a year.

● Project Coordination: The Fire Department will make all reasonable attempts to

accommodate and facilitate project workflows as milestones are completed, ensuring a

collaborative balance between emergency operations and construction progression.

● Funding & Compliance: This project may utilize public funding. Accordingly, all work

must comply with applicable local building and zoning codes, State of Illinois

regulations, and Federal standards where applicable.

● Site Visit Requirement: Contractors interested in bidding may schedule an on-site

project review before submitting their quote. Please call or email to coordinate a

walkthrough.

2. Submission Details & Deadlines

All quotes must be submitted electronically via email. Late submissions will not be reviewed or

considered.

● Submission Email: firemail@rigov.org

● Submission Deadline (Date & Time): Friday, July 24, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.

● Email Subject Line Format: QUOTE ENCLOSED: Central House Dryer Vent

3. Scope of Work & Timeline

The selected contractor will act as the General Contractor for the project and will be responsible

for managing any required subcontractors.

● Detailed Scope:

3.1. Project Objective

Commercial Dryer Vent Installation

The objective of this project is to install a dedicated commercial-grade exhaust

vent system for a clothes dryer at Central House, 1313 5th Avenue. The

installation requires core drilling or breaching an exterior wall of unknown

thickness, routing rigid ductwork, installing heavy-duty support brackets, and

executing final connections to ensure safe, code-compliant operation.

3.2. Scope of Tasks & Deliverables

Phase 1: Site Assessment & Preparation

● Wall Inspection: Contractor shall assess the exterior wall to determine

composition (e.g., concrete block, brick, reinforced concrete, or synthetic stucco)

and measure the exact thickness prior to core drilling.

● Utility Clearance: Contractor must scan or verify the interior and exterior of the

breach zone to ensure no electrical conduit, plumbing, gas lines, or structural

rebar are compromised.

● Station Readiness: Coordinate with the Fire Chief to ensure the work area does

not obstruct emergency apparatus bay doors or response paths.

● Phase 2: Wall Breach & Penetration

● Core Drilling/Breaching: Create a clean, precise opening through the exterior

wall matching the diameter required for the vent sleeve (typically 4-inch or 6-inch

depending on the dryer specifications).

● Sleeve Installation: Install a heavy-duty, galvanized steel or aluminum wall

sleeve through the breached opening to protect the building envelope.

● Phase 3: Ductwork & Bracket Installation

● Piping Material: Supply and install rigid galvanized steel or aluminum

ductwork. Flexible foil or plastic ducting is strictly prohibited.

● Routing: Run the ductwork via the most direct route possible from the dryer to

the exterior wall, minimizing 90-degree elbows to optimize airflow and prevent

lint buildup.

● Joints: Seal all duct joints with heavy-duty aluminum foil tape and mechanical

fasteners (screws must not penetrate more than 1/8 inch into the inside of the duct

to prevent lint traps).

● Phase 4: Exterior Termination & Final Connection

● Vent Cover: Install a commercial-grade, weather-proof, rust-resistant exterior

vent cap equipped with a backdraft damper (louvers) to prevent pest entry and

cold air backflow.

● Weatherproofing: Apply heavy-duty, industrial-grade exterior silicone sealant

around the exterior vent cap perimeter to ensure a completely water-tight seal

against the building facade.

● Dryer Connection: Supply and install a heavy-duty, flexible transition duct (UL

2158A listed) from the rear of the dryer to the rigid wall duct, ensuring it is not

kinked or crushed.

4. Materials Specification Table

Material

Component

Minimum Requirement / Specification

Duct Exhaust

Piping

Rigid Galvanized Steel or Aluminum

Wall Sleeve

Heavy-duty sheet metal matched to the final

wall thickness, if required

Exterior Vent Cover

Heavy-gauge aluminum or stainless steel with

backdraft damper

Support Brackets

Galvanized split-ring hangers or heavy-duty

C-channels, if needed

Sealant

High-performance, weather-resistant exterior

silicone

5. Performance & Safety Rules

Critical Fire Station Provision: The contractor must maintain a clean, debris-free workspace at

all times. Tools and materials must be staged so they do not impede firefighters answering an

active alarm.

● Code Compliance: All work must comply with the International Mechanical Code

(IMC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards, and local building

codes.

● Testing & Commissioning: Upon completion, the contractor shall run a test cycle on

the dryer to verify strong exterior airflow, check for leaks along the joints, and ensure

the backdraft damper opens and closes smoothly.

● Clean-up: Remove all core-drilling dust, masonry debris, and material scraps from

the site daily.

● 5. Assumptions & Exclusions

● Unknown Wall Thickness: The contractor's bid shall assume a standard exterior

commercial wall thickness of up to 12 inches. If the wall thickness exceeds 12 inches

or contains heavy structural steel reinforcement requiring specialized diamond-core

machinery, a Change Order may be submitted for the delta in labor and tooling costs.

● Utilities: The fire station will provide access to standard electrical power and water if

required for core drilling.

6. Contractor Qualifications & Requirements

Bidders must meet and provide proof of the following qualifications to be considered for a

contract award:

● Licensing & Registration: Active registration/good standing with the Illinois Secretary

of State and possession of all required local and state professional licenses.

● Permits: Ability to secure all required municipal building permits (including providing

stamped drawings or additional plans if required for plan review).

● Insurance: Proof of General Liability, Commercial Vehicle, and Workers' Compensation

Insurances, naming the City of Rock Island as an additional Certificate Holder.

● Equipment: Ownership of, or documented access to, sufficient equipment to complete

the work safely and efficiently.

7. Prevailing Wage Rates & Labor Laws

This project is subject to strict labor standards and wage regulations.

● Commercial Wage Policy: In accordance with Illinois Statutes and the City of Rock

Island policy, all contractors and subcontractors must adhere to the Federal Davis-Bacon

prevailing commercial wage rates (or the applicable Illinois Department of Labor

Prevailing Wage rates, whichever is higher). Residential wage rates do not apply to this

project.

● Owner-Operators: Owner-operators are not exempt and must pay themselves prevailing

wage rates.

● Documentation: Bidders must complete and attach a Project Wage Rate Sheet outlining

the job classification, hourly wage, and fringe benefits for every worker. Certified payroll

documentation will be required throughout the project.

● Apprentices: Valid U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) apprentice certification is required

for all apprentices utilized on-site.

8. Quote Preparation Guidelines

To ensure a fair evaluation, your emailed quote packet must include:

1. Company Identifiers: Legal Company Name, Federal Tax ID Number (EIN), and

SAM.gov Entity ID Number (if applicable).

2. Contact Info: Authorized contact person's name, phone number, email address, date, and

formal signature.

3. Subcontractor List: Clear identification of any subcontractors intended for use on the

project.

9. Evaluation & Award Process

The City of Rock Island Fire Department will review all quotes for responsiveness. The lowest

monetary quote does not automatically guarantee a contract award. Evaluation criteria include,

but are not limited to:

● Total competitive pricing

● Professional experience, references, and previous work history

● Verification of state licenses, insurance certificates, and bonding

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