DMH SP EMHC FY27 FTP Dock Leveler Replacement

The Illinois Department of Mental Health at Elgin Mental Health Center is soliciting bids for replacement of an existing hydraulic dock leveler, with a mandatory pre-bid conference on July 31, 2026 at 10:00 AM and bids due August 4, 2026. Attendance at the pre-bid conference is required; bids from non-attending vendors will be deemed non-responsive. The winning bidder must self-perform 100% of the work with no subcontracting permitted.

The scope includes removal and disposal of the existing leveler, pit preparation and concrete repairs using 4,000-psi concrete mix, and installation of a new Galvanized Dipped 7×8 Hydraulic Loading Dock with 50,000-pound capacity compatible with 208V 3-phase power. Work also includes electrical reconnection, functional testing with load simulation, operator training, and provision of maintenance guidelines and warranty documentation. The vendor must comply with OSHA regulations, the National Electrical Code, ANSI MH30.1 standards, local codes, and environmental regulations for handling and disposal of hydraulic fluids, metal parts, and debris. The vendor shall provide a standard workmanship warranty along with the manufacturer's equipment and parts warranty.

The contract is subject to the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act and requires employment of at least 90% Illinois laborers during periods of excessive unemployment (any month following two consecutive months when Illinois unemployment exceeds 5%). Contractors must maintain an Illinois office as the primary employment location and provide proof of U.S. Department of Labor Apprenticeship and Training certification. General commercial liability insurance of $1 million per occurrence with $2 million annual aggregate is required, along with worker's compensation and auto liability coverage. The project is located at 750 South State Street, Elgin, Illinois. The contract monitor is Chief Engineer Brad Carroll.