DNR Dixon Springs - Stream Bank Stabilization

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is seeking a vendor to stabilize the stream bank at Dixon Springs State Park in Richland County, Illinois. The project involves removing the remnants of an existing failed concrete retaining wall and constructing a new reinforced concrete retaining wall with a sandstone cap along a 33-foot section of the Hills Branch Stream. The work includes excavation, concrete, reinforcement, and sandstone installation, with specific technical requirements outlined in attachments. The contractor must have at least 3 years of construction experience and documentation of 5 similar projects. The project must comply with IDOT Standard Specifications, and the contractor is responsible for obtaining all necessary permits and licenses. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible, responsive bidder, and the project must be completed by September 30, 2022.

The procurement is designated as a small purchase, and the contractor must be registered as a small business and participate in approved apprenticeship programs. All or a portion of the project may be funded by tax-exempt bonds. The solicitation documents do not identify any incumbent vendors or current contractors. While the budget range is not specified, the solicitation notes the project is a "Small Construction" procurement, indicating a relatively limited scope and value.