DNR - Hennepin Canal Tree and Brush Removal

The State of Illinois, specifically the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), has posted a contract opportunity for the "DNR - Hennepin Canal Tree and Brush Removal" project located in Bureau County. The purpose of this project is to remove debris, including trees, brush, and logs up to 24-inches in diameter, that has accumulated and blocked the three bays of the Aqueduct #9 on the Hennepin Canal, preventing the full flow of the Green River. The successful contractor will be required to comply with prevailing wage rates, submit certified payroll records, and provide appropriate insurance coverage. The contract also requires the contractor to secure and pay for all necessary permits and licenses, coordinate work activities with the site superintendent, utilize new products, provide a one-year warranty on workmanship, and accept payments as outlined in the State Prompt Payment Act. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for May 24, 2018, and all work must be completed by June 30, 2018. Change orders must be approved by the DNR Architect/Engineer.

The contract opportunity does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. No information is provided regarding incumbent vendors or current contractors, or any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The contract opportunity does not list a specific award value or budget range for the project.