Bridge Painting at 15 Locations in Cumberland and Clark Counties

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is soliciting bids for Contract No. 74E48, covering bridge painting and all associated work at 15 structures, with electronic bids due through the iCX system by 12:00 p.m. on November 6, 2026, when bids will be publicly opened. Bidders must hold current SSPC-QP1 certification for non-lead abatement work and SSPC-QP2 certification for lead abatement work, and must maintain that certified status throughout the contract duration.

Scope covers 13 structures along I-70 (FAI Route 70/FAS Route 1707) in Clark County and two structures on US 40 in Cumberland County, under Project NHPP-STP-HJJN(405), Section D7 Bridge Painting 2027-1. Work includes surface preparation by near-white metal blast cleaning or power tool cleaning, chloride remediation to levels below 7 micrograms per square centimeter, and application of specified paint systems at defined dry film thicknesses under a quality control program with daily monitoring of ambient conditions. Lead-containing coating removal, waste disposal, and environmental protection must comply with federal and state requirements. Contractor-furnished materials must come from a single manufacturer per structure, with batch numbers bearing IDOT CMMS approval. A Real-Time Traffic Control System must be installed and operational two weeks before any lane closure, with associated monthly costs for warning signs, monitoring sensor units, and central base units.

Work is anticipated during the 2027 construction season, with cleaning and painting restricted to April 15 through October 31 unless the Engineer authorizes otherwise. The project is funded with federal-aid NHPP-STP funds and IDOT District 7 construction funds. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder under IDOT rules and contract terms.