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ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES

SMALL PURCHASE PROCUREMENT

SCOPE OF WORK & PROJECT REQUIREMENTS

Date: 3/10/2026 File# 4-26-098

LOCATION: Pere Marquette State Park

PROJECT TITLE: Conservation Plan for Camp Ouatoga (4-26-098)

PROJECT NARRATIVE:

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (Agency) has confirmed the presence of the threatened and endangered (T&E) timber rattlesnake (Crotalus horridus) on the bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River, including the Ouatoga Group Campground at Pere Marquette State Park (Jersey County). The Agency has a high-priority project to repair and improve the historic CCC-era Ouatoga Group camps. While the timber rattlesnake has been spotted at Pere Marquette previously, the species' preferred habitat has encroached further up the bluff and now occupies portions of the campgrounds. During a preliminary assessment for the restoration project, a snake was observed within an unused cabin.

To receive funding for this critical capital improvement, an Incidental Take Authorization (ITA) must be completed, which requires the prior development of a formal Conservation Plan. The Agency seeks specialized expertise to prepare this plan to accommodate the timber rattlesnake and allow the priority project to proceed. Further delays will result in additional seasons of water infiltration and deterioration, risking the total loss of these historic landmark structures. Therefore, immediate expenditure is required for the protection of State property against further damage and loss (Illinois Procurement Code - 30 ILCS 500/20-30, Criteria B).

SCOPE OF WORK:

Specialized consulting is necessary to prepare a Conservation Plan within the area of impact. The consultant will be required to complete an investigation, including on-site observations, and provide the following:

· Kickoff Meeting: Attendance at a virtual kickoff meeting to discuss project scope.

· Field Observation: On-site assessment by a specialized biologist in coordination with an Agency heritage biologist.

· Conservation Plan Preparation (per Illinois Administrative Code):

· Description of the potential impacts and proposed "taking" of the species covered by the ITA.

· Proposed measures the Agency will take to minimize and mitigate impacts.

· Description of alternative actions (including a "no-action" alternative).

· Data indicating that the proposed take will not reduce the likelihood of survival of the species, its biotic community, or its essential habitat within Illinois.

· Preparation of a draft implementing agreement.

· Review Cycle: One round of Agency comments and subsequent contractor responses prior to the finalization of the plan.

· Final Delivery: Preparation and delivery of the Final Conservation Plan.

This plan will be submitted to State Heritage Biologists and utilized by Agency staff to develop the ITA.

ATTACHMENTS:

The following documents are included:

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PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

B. Project Instructions and Notes:

1) Work Completed by Prime Contractor:

A minimum of fifty-one percent of the work shall be completed by the Prime Contractor on this project. Pursuant to (30 ILCS 500/1-15.17) the Contractor is the person having a contract with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources.

2) Coordination of Work Activities:

All work activities and entry to the site must be coordinated with the site superintendent.

3) Deliverables and Staff Training:

Three (3) sets of operating and maintenance manual and start-up procedures shall be provided to DNR. DNR staff shall receive proper training and instruction on the operation and maintenance of all new equipment.

4) Independent Testing:

The Contractor shall pay all independent laboratory testing.

5) Contractor’s Licensing and/or Certifications:

Contractor shall be responsible for compliance with all applicable contractor and trades person licensing with the appropriate State agency. This includes, but is not limited to:

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6) Shop Drawings:

Submit for the approval of the DNR Project Architect/Engineer, shop drawings and product data for the following items:

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7) As-Built Markups:

The Contractor shall hand mark one set of drawings with corrections, dimensions, and "As-Built" notes. These Drawings shall be delivered to the DNR Project Architect/Engineer upon construction completion and prior to final payment request.

Refer to the BidBuy solicitation for meeting date and time; the meeting location will be virtual. The subject site of the Conservation Plan is at Pere Marquette State Park, 13112 Visitor Center Lane, Grafton, IL 62037, Jersey County. Site Contact: Site Superintendent Nate Goetten (618.786.3323).

In accordance with 820 ILCS 130/5, the contractor and sub-contractor(s) shall make and keep, for a period of 5 years from the date of the last payment made on or after January 1, 2014 (the effective date of Public Act 98-328) on a contract or subcontract for public works, records of all laborers, mechanics, and other workers employed by them on the project.

No later than the 15th day of each calendar month, the contractor shall file a certified payroll for the immediately preceding month with the Department of Natural Resources.

5) Small Business Set-Aside The contractor awarded the bid must be registered as a small business, as required by the Small Business Set-Aside program. (For complete requirements, to become registered, or certify your business in the Small Business Set-Aside Program, visit http://www.sell2.illinois.gov/sbsp/set_aside.htm. or contact the Department of Central Management Services’ small business coordinator at 1-866-455-2897.)

6) Apprenticeship-in-Training When applicable, the contractor and all subcontractors must be participants in apprenticeship and training programs that are both approved by and registered with the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training. The program(s) must be in the same trade(s) in which the contractor or subcontractor performs work. For information on how to participate in or set up a program, contractors may call the U.S. Department of Labor at 312/596-5508 or visit their website http://www.doleta.gov/oa/ .

7) Illinois Office The bidder must certify that the bidder will maintain an Illinois office as the primary place of employment for persons employed in the construction authorized by the contract.

10) Performance Bond/Labor and Material Payment Bond Pursuant to the Public Construction Bond Act (30 ILCS 550/), a performance bond and a labor and material payment bond covering the faithful performance of the contract and the payment of all obligations arising thereunder, shall be required if the project cost exceeds $50,000. Each bond shall be in the full amount of the contract. The bond must be from a surety licensed to do business within the State of Illinois and acceptable to IDNR.

11) Minority Contractor Opportunity Initiative The State requires a fee of $15 to cover Expenses related to the administration of the Minority Contractor Opportunity Initiative. Any Vendor awarded a contract under Section 20-10, 20-15, 20-25 or 20-30 of the Illinois Procurement Code (30 ILCS 500) of $1000 or more is required to pay a fee of $15. The Comptroller shall deduct the fee from the first check issued to the Vendor under the contract and deposit the fee in the Comptroller’s Administrative Fund.

12) Permits and Licenses Permits and licenses necessary for the execution of the work shall be secured and paid for by the Contractor.

13) Utilities Before starting excavation, establish location and extent of underground utilities occurring in the work area. Contractor shall contact Joint Utility Locating Information for Excavators (J.U.L.I.E.) 800-892-0123.

14) Highway Permits The Contractor is responsible for contacting the appropriate County Superintendent(s) of Highways and/or other appropriate local officials concerning the proposed work activities on the project as they may relate to use of the County and local road system. Coordination of any activities of concern to the County or Township shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. Special attention shall be given to load limits and seasonal restrictions.

15) New Products Unless otherwise specifically provided in the contract documents, all materials, equipment and products incorporated in the work under the contract shall be new and of a suitable grade for the purpose intended.

17) Specified Materials Bids shall be based on providing all products/materials exactly as required by the project specifications. Contractor may select from the list of acceptable manufacturers, offer an “equal” product and provide proof of its capabilities to meet the project specifications or, for products specified only by reference or performance standards, select any product which meets or exceeds the specified standards, by any manufacturer, subject to the approval of DNR.

18) Final Cleaning Contractor shall clean-up all work related debris and construction materials and properly dispose off-site. The Contractor shall repair and otherwise make good any damage caused by the work and leave the premises in the equivalent of the original condition.

19) Warranties The Contractor warrants that all work provided under the contract will be in conformance with the contract and free from defects in workmanship, materials, and equipment for a period of one year from the goods acceptance date. See Section B. Project Instructions and Notes, for any extended warranties that may apply.

20) Change Orders Change order shall be defined as a change in a contract term, other than as specifically provided for in the contract, which authorizes or necessitates any increase or decrease in the cost of the contract or the time for completion. A change order shall be executed by the State agency and vendor evidencing the change. All changes shall be approved by the CPO, or designee, and be accompanied by a written determination that the circumstances said to necessitate the change in performance were not reasonably foreseeable at the time the contract was signed and the change is germane to the original contract as signed.

A change order or series of change orders which authorize or necessitate an increase or decrease in either the cost of a public contract by a total of $25,000 or more or the time of completion by a total of 180 days or more. (720 ILCS 5/33E-9). Change orders to contracts over the Small Purchase Threshold of $100,000, shall be published to the Illinois Procurement Bulletin, pursuant to Section 15-25 of the Code and documented pursuant to Section 33E-9 of the Criminal Code of 2012, in advance of execution of the change order.

The DNR Architect/Engineer shall determine if the change was unforeseeable and/or germane to the original contract and that the price is fair and reasonable. When changes in or modifications to the work become necessary, the Contractor shall submit an itemized cost for the work and shall include appropriate documentation to support the cost for the labor, material, and equipment.

21) Inducement Resolution All or a portion of this project may be paid or reimbursed from the proceeds of tax-exempt bonds subsequently issued by the State.

22) Payment Payments, including late payment charges, will be paid in accord with the State Prompt Payment Act and rules when applicable, 30 ILCS 540/; 74 III. Adm. Code 900. This shall be the Contractor’s sole remedy for late payments by the State. Payment terms contained in Contractor’s invoice(s) shall have no force or effect.

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Address: 13112 Visitor Center Lane Grafton, IL 62037