DNR Hanover Forest LWR Fire Break Construction

The State of Illinois, through the Office of Resource Conservation, awarded an Open Market Small Purchase contract to Deep Roots Restoration (V00039340) on April 2, 2026, for firebreak construction services at the Hanover Forest Land and Water Reserve. The contract is valued at $14,950.00 and extends through December 31, 2027. The work encompasses firebreak construction activities totaling up to 230 hours of labor at a rate of $65 per hour, with the Department of Natural Resources reserving the right to reduce contracted hours to remain within project budget constraints.

The scope of work requires the contractor to provide firebreak construction services in accordance with detailed specifications, a map, and contractor qualifications as outlined in the attached scope of work document. Bidders were required to submit vendor documentation of relevant experience at the time of bidding, and all work is subject to the Standard Terms and Conditions established by the State. The contract structure includes two line items for firebreak construction work, with the first authorizing up to 200 hours and the second authorizing up to 30 additional hours at the specified rate.