DNR - Emergency Conditions cleanout of Aquaduct 9 at Hennepin Canal

This state and local contract opportunity, posted by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (DNR), is seeking a contractor to perform emergency cleanout operations on Aquaduct 9 of the Hennepin Canal. The scope of work requires the use of a long-reach excavator to remove brush, mud, and sand from the middle three bays of the aquaduct in order to restore water flow. The contractor must deposit the excavated materials on the river bank and then repair the bank to its original condition. No further details are provided on pricing terms, funding sources, or other salient contract information beyond the technical specifications for the cleanout work. The deadline for responses to this procurement is September 17, 2020.

The state's standard terms and conditions, as well as required certifications, apply to this contract opportunity. These include obligations related to prevailing wages, background checks, accessibility requirements, political contribution restrictions, and other standard state contracting provisions. No information is provided on any set-aside designations, incumbent vendors, or budget ranges for this project. Interested vendors must be able to comply with the state's contractual requirements in order to be eligible for award.