CDBG Sidewalk Repairs 2026

The City of Rockford, Illinois is requesting sealed bids on CDBG-funded sidewalk repairs throughout the city under Bid No. 726-PW-061, with bids due August 14, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. A local business adjustment of up to 5% of contract price (not to exceed $20,000) applies to bidders meeting qualifications within Winnebago, Boone, Ogle, or Stephenson County.

The scope encompasses sidewalk repairs including but not limited to curb repairs, sidewalk replacement, ADA ramps, structure adjustments, and apron repairs at multiple locations throughout the city. The awarded contractor must begin work within ten days of receiving the Notice to Proceed and complete all project work by September 30, 2026.

Bidders must be IDOT prequalified and demonstrate compliance with prevailing wage requirements under the Davis-Bacon Act and Illinois Prevailing Wage Act, apprenticeship requirements, and the federal Build America, Buy America (BABA) Act. Contractors must submit an Affidavit of Availability (Form BC-57), comply with the Illinois Preference Act, and demonstrate MWBE subcontracting commitment. Commercial general liability insurance with minimum limits of $1 million per occurrence and $2 million aggregate is required. Bidders must register with SAM.GOV and certify equal employment opportunity compliance.

Sealed bids must be delivered to City Hall, 425 East State Street, Rockford, Illinois 61104, Attention: Central Services Manager, 4th Floor. Facsimile and email submissions will not be accepted. A bid deposit or bid bond equal to not less than 5% of the bid amount and a performance and payment bond equal to the full contract amount are required. Written questions are due August 7, 2026 at 12:00 p.m., with answers posted via addendum no later than August 10, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. No mandatory pre-bid meeting is required.