DNR Levee Resurfacing at Marshall SFWA - W76D

The State of Illinois Department of Natural Resources is procuring a small purchase contract for the resurfacing of the Atchison Levee at the Marshall State Fish & Wildlife Area, referred to as Contract W76D. The project involves clearing and grubbing the top width of the 2,000-foot levee, placing a 6-inch base layer of CA2 aggregate, and a 4-inch driving surface layer of CA6 aggregate. The minimum required quantities are 640 tons of CA2 and 480 tons of CA6, and all work must be completed by September 1, 2023. Bids may be submitted through the BidBuy system by the specified bid submittal deadline, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The project is funded in whole or in part by federal grants and is subject to various federal regulations and requirements, including the need for the selected contractor to have 3 years of relevant experience and to perform a minimum of 51% of the work themselves. Prevailing wage rates apply, and certified payroll records must be submitted.

There are no small business set-aside requirements for this contract opportunity, but the state does charge a $15 fee for the Minority Contractor Opportunity Initiative. The contractor is responsible for securing all necessary permits and licenses, and must provide appropriate insurance coverage. The Standard Terms and Conditions for the State of Illinois Chief Procurement Office General Services, as well as the Standard Illinois Certifications, will apply to the contract. No additional details are provided on the possible award value or budget range for this project.