DNR herbicide storage sheds

The State of Illinois, through the Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), is procuring the construction and delivery of two prefabricated chemical storage buildings. One building will be placed at the Prairie Ridge State Natural Area, and the other at the Ferne Clyffe State Park. The buildings must meet specific size, material, and functional requirements outlined in the bid specifications. Bidders must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in the commercial safety storage product industry and have completed at least 5 similar projects. Bids must be submitted electronically through the BIDBUY system by April 15, 2020. The contract term is through September 30, 2020, with the possibility of an extension. No pre-bid meeting is scheduled, and all questions must be directed to BIDBUY.

The contract is not subject to a small business set-aside. Bidders must provide proof of at least 5 years of experience in the commercial safety storage product industry and documentation of completing at least 5 similar projects. Prevailing wage rates apply, and contractors must maintain an Illinois office as the primary place of employment. The contract may be funded in whole or in part by tax-exempt bonds issued by the State. Award will be made to the compliant low bidder for the total price of all line items. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are listed, and the budget range for the project is not provided.