AML 2307 Pyramid Remedial Project

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), Office of Mines and Minerals, Division of Abandoned Mined Lands Reclamation, is seeking a contractor for the Pyramid SM-7 Remedial Project (AML-BPeE-2307) located in Pope County. The project involves comprehensive mine reclamation and environmental remediation, specifically treating approximately 3 acres of mine refuse area spanning 15,500 square yards. Key deliverables include applying 162 tons of agricultural ground limestone, performing deep discing to 12 inches, applying fertilizer nutrients (405 lbs nitrogen and phosphorus, 675 lbs potassium), seeding 2.7 acres, mulching, and installing 2,200 linear feet of aggregate surface course. The project requires precise site preparation, final grading for positive drainage, and comprehensive environmental restoration. The contract is federally funded by the United States Department of Interior Federal Office of Surface Mining, with a strict timeline requiring project commencement within seven calendar days of contract execution and completion by March 31, 2025. The solicitation was posted on December 2, 2024, with proposals due by December 16, 2024, and the site is accessible via a private drive 1.6 miles west of Route 13 on Route 152.

Potential bidders must comply with comprehensive state certification requirements outlined in the Standard Certifications V23.1 document, which includes provisions for drug-free workplace, environmental compliance, equal employment opportunity, and various ethical standards. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned, vendors must meet extensive state procurement criteria, including registration with the Secretary of State and compliance with Buy American and Illinois Preference provisions. Contractors will need to demonstrate substantial insurance coverage, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, and umbrella liability, with minimums of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 annual aggregate. Mobilization payments are limited to 6% of the total contract bid. Though a specific budget range is not directly stated, the project involves significant earthwork, limestone treatment, and environmental remediation across approximately 3 acres, suggesting a substantial contract value. Interested contractors must carefully review all provided documentation, including special provisions, standard terms and conditions, and certification requirements to ensure full compliance with state procurement regulations.