Pavement Patching on IL 140 from Hamel to Alhambra and on IL 4 from IL 143 to south of US 40

The Illinois Department of Transportation is soliciting electronic bids for 13 miles of full-depth and partial-depth hot-mix asphalt patching on IL 140 from Hamel to Alhambra and on IL 4 from IL 143 to south of US 40 in LaSalle County under Contract 76V11, with bids due June 12, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. through the iCX-Integrated Contractors Exchange system.

The project encompasses pavement patching and all collateral work necessary for completion as specified in the special provisions. Work is performed across two state routes in District 8, funded through FAP Routes 785 and 314. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

Bituminous materials cost adjustments are available to contractors at their option, computed monthly based on Bituminous Price Index fluctuations exceeding five percent. Payment for partial-depth removal is made at contract unit prices per square yard by type and thickness; partial-depth patching is paid per ton. Compensable delay costs apply for minor delays, major delays, and reduced rate of production delays meeting specified criteria, including escalated material and labor costs, extended project overhead, and extended traffic control.

The project requires compliance with EEO and labor documentation, diesel retrofit emission control standards for off-road equipment, and traffic control provisions. All costs associated with equipment retrofitting and compliance with special provisions are considered included in contract unit prices with no additional compensation allowed. A preconstruction conference will be held for submittal of required documentation. Bids will be publicly opened immediately following the deadline.