DNR JW flooring replacement

The State of Illinois, through the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), is seeking experienced contractors to replace the residential flooring at the Jake Wolf Fish Hatchery in Topeka, Illinois, located in Madison County. The project involves removing existing carpet and installing new luxury vinyl plank flooring and sheet vinyl flooring in two residential houses on the hatchery property, totaling approximately 2,284 square feet. Bids must be submitted electronically through the Bid Buy system by August 17, 2022, and all work must be completed within 90 days of the contract execution or notice to proceed. The IDNR is requiring at least one year of experience in carpet removal and luxury vinyl plank flooring installation, as well as a two-year warranty on workmanship and the flooring manufacturer's standard warranty. Approved flooring manufacturers include Shaw, TrafficMaster, NuCore, COREtec, Armstrong, SmartCore, and Lifeproof.

The contract opportunity is open to all vendors, but the IDNR has specified that the selected contractor must be registered as a small business under the Illinois Procurement Gateway and must participate in an approved apprenticeship and training program. No subcontractors will be allowed, and the contractor must comply with prevailing wage requirements. The IDNR has not provided any details on an incumbent vendor or the available budget for this project.