DNR EMERGENCY Notice - Hennepin Canal Levee Repair

This is an emergency procurement issued by the State of Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) for the repair of the Hennepin Canal Levee in Henry County. The levee has experienced a failure resulting in erosion, and the repairs will be completed by Helm Civil, a large earth-moving contractor familiar with IDNR projects. The scope of work includes excavating and replacing the failed culvert, restoring the earthen embankment, and performing final restoration work such as rip rap, seeding, and trail surface replacement. The project is expected to begin on May 10, 2021 and be completed by August 8, 2021 at an estimated cost of $127,322. The project will be funded through state funds.

This procurement is an emergency purchase, and the justification for the emergency is detailed in the attached documentation. There are no mentions of set-asides, incumbents, or other funding sources besides state funds. The Emergency Purchase Statement includes an extension justification in case additional time is required beyond the initial 90-day emergency procurement period.