Demolition of 1606 Greenwood Street

The City of Alton, Illinois is requesting sealed bids for complete demolition and removal of the building, foundation, and appurtenances at 1606 Greenwood Street under IFB 2026-18, with bids due September 10, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. This is a prevailing wage project subject to the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act, Davis-Bacon Act, and Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968, with mandatory minimum 10% minority business participation and 7% female utilization goals.

The scope includes demolition of all existing buildings, fences, and site appurtenances; complete removal of foundations, footings, and basement floors; removal of any cisterns or similar reservoirs; and disposal of all materials at approved sites. Asbestos removal by AC Environmental has already been completed. Bidders must submit lists of previous demolition work and equipment to be used.

The project must commence as soon as possible after Notice to Proceed and be completed within thirty calendar days, with late fees of $100 per day assessed thereafter up to forty days. A $300 bond per address is required prior to commencement. All demolition permits will be waived by the City.

Award will be made on an "all or nothing" basis considering quality versus price and contractor responsibility as determined by City Council. Contractors must comply with Executive Order 11246 affirmative action obligations and provide a Certificate of Insurance naming the City as additional insured with minimum coverage of $1 million Commercial General Liability per occurrence, $1 million Automobile Liability, and Worker's Compensation per Illinois Statute. Successful contractors must submit all required paperwork within one week of award and will be paid within thirty days after acceptance of project completion and submission of all required documentation, including lien waivers. Sealed bids are received at 101 East Third Street, Alton, Illinois 62002, with public opening and reading immediately following the 10:00 a.m. deadline.