Procurement Services has provided these guidelines for NIU departments that require processing of Request for Proposals and/or Invitation for Bids. Request for Proposal/Invitation for Bid Guidelines 1.0     Purpose These guidelines outline the preparation and evaluation of an Invitation for Bid (IFB)/Request for Proposal (RFP). The guidelines are effective from Monday, Nov. 9, until revised....

In Springfield … The Illinois General Assembly finished its second week of the scheduled fall veto session Thursday, Nov. 10. However, the House of Representatives has been called back Tuesday, Nov. 29, to deal with some large, outstanding issues. We are uncertain at this time if the Senate also will be called back. Senate Bill 512,...