DHS IFB Alton Stairwell

The State of Illinois Department of Human Services awarded a construction contract to R.L. Vollintine Construction, Inc. for $251,068.22 through open market competitive sealed bidding (Bid Number B-52131). The contract was executed on May 27, 2026, with a completion date of June 30, 2026. The awardee was selected as the lowest priced responsive and responsible bidder, competing against at least one other bidder (Brummel Truck & Tractor Repair, which submitted a bid of $98,450.00).

The scope of work encompasses the fabrication and installation of safety partition systems, controlled access gates, and sprinkler riser enclosures at the Alton Mental Health Center, located at 4500 College Avenue, Alton, Illinois. Specifically, the contractor must furnish, fabricate, and install safety partition systems in two stairwells, a controlled access gate in one stairwell, and sprinkler riser enclosures in three stairwells. All systems are to be constructed from institutional-grade, anti-climb steel materials that are corrosion-resistant and ligature-resistant. Work shall be performed Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with all labor, materials, freight, equipment, supervision, and incidentals included in the contract price. The contractor must submit shop drawings for approval prior to fabrication and provide a minimum one-year warranty covering materials, workmanship, and hardware.