Automated Material Handling System for Urbana Free Library

The Urbana Free Library is seeking proposals for an automated material handling (AMH) system to improve circulation workflow efficiency.

City of Urbana Urbana Free Library


General
Open (open)
FY2026-RFP-185
Jul 10, 2026 05:00 PM
Jun 15, 2026 09:00 AM
5 years base + 4 × 5 years options
Request for Proposal (RFP)
Local
Contact
Leon Wilson
+12175317054
210 West Green Street, Urbana, IL, USA
Submission Instructions
Online
Description

The Urbana Free Library (TUFL) is seeking proposals for an Automated Material Handling (AMH) system to enhance circulation workflow efficiency. The system should automatically sort patron returns into totes or bins, enabling quicker reshelving. The proposed AMH system will be installed in a newly renovated staff workroom area within the library's existing building. Key requirements include a high-speed sorter, RFID capability, modularity, a conveyor system, multiple sorting configurations, and integration with the Polaris ILS. The library requires comprehensive training, ongoing support, and a minimum five-year extended warranty for both hardware and software. Pricing proposals must include all one-time and recurring costs, with flexible financing options spread over a five-year period.

Classification Codes
NAICS333922Conveyor and Conveying Equipment Manufacturing
PSCM2ADHusbanding Services—Material Handling
Smart Codes
automated material handlinglibrary circulation systemsorting and reshelving equipment
Specifications
Supply & Service
Timeline
Jun 15, 2026 12:00 PM-Project Publish Date
Jul 06, 2026 12:00 PM-Question Submission Deadline
Jul 10, 2026 12:00 PM-Proposal Submission Deadline
Requirements
Required
  • Commercial General Liability — $1,000,000.00
  • Products-Completed Operations Aggregate — $2,000,000.00
  • Personal & Advertising Injury Liability — $1,000,000.00
  • Workers' Compensation
  • Employer's Liability — $500,000.00
  • Automobile Liability — $1,000,000.00
  • Umbrella/Excess Liability — $5,000,000.00
  • Cyber — $3,000,000.00
Required
  • Bid Bond
Informational
  • Minimum 3 references
  • Within the last 5 years
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