DNR Kincaid Lake- boat ramp and dock improvements

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is seeking a qualified vendor to perform comprehensive boat ramp and dock improvements at the Paul Ice Boat Access Area within Kincaid Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area in Jefferson County. The project involves repairing and replacing multiple infrastructure components, including removing and replacing 120 square feet of damaged concrete on the boat ramp, installing a new ADA-compliant 4' x 24' gangway with handrails, and replacing dock components such as eight dock floats, approximately 60 linear feet of walers and rubrails on the courtesy dock, and 200 linear feet on an "E" shaped dock. The contractor must have three years of experience in commercial general construction and demonstrate documentation of at least five similar projects. Key requirements include maintaining an Illinois office as the primary place of employment and providing comprehensive insurance coverage, including $1 million in general liability per occurrence and $1 million in auto liability. The project has a strict completion deadline of June 30, 2025, with the solicitation posted on January 28, 2025, and proposals due by February 5, 2025.

This procurement opportunity is specifically designated under the Small Business Set-Aside Program, which requires the awarded contractor to be registered as a small business and limits subcontracting to no more than 49% of the contract value to non-registered businesses. The project will be partially funded through tax-exempt bonds issued by the State of Illinois. Contractors must comply with numerous standard state certifications, including provisions related to domestic steel products, drug-free workplace requirements, and adherence to the Illinois Information Technology Accessibility Act Standards. Additional compliance requirements include reporting any potential non-compliance, maintaining annual certifications, and adhering to ethical conduct standards. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive scope of work suggests a significant infrastructure investment targeting critical improvements to public recreational facilities. Prospective bidders must carefully review the attached documentation, including the Scope of Work, Standard Illinois Certifications, and Standard Terms and Conditions, to fully understand the project requirements and compliance expectations.