DNR Little Grassy-Construct Temporary Water Supply Inlet

The State of Illinois, through the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), is seeking a vendor to install a temporary water supply inlet at the Little Grassy Fish Hatchery located in Makanda, Illinois, which falls under the jurisdiction of Jackson County. The scope of work includes removing the existing trash rack, replacing the high lake intake elbow, installing a 20-foot flexible intake pipe extension, and fabricating a new 3-dimensional trash rack. The contractor must have at least 3 years of general construction experience and documentation of 2 similar projects. The work must be completed by May 1, 2024 and is subject to Illinois prevailing wage requirements, certified payroll submissions, and a small business set-aside. The contractor must provide insurance, performance and labor/material payment bonds, and warranties on the work. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible, responsive bidder, and all questions must be submitted in writing no later than 3 business days before the bid date.

This contract opportunity is subject to a small business set-aside, and the State of Illinois may fund the project in whole or in part using tax-exempt bonds. The contract is also subject to numerous certifications and representations that vendors must make regarding their legal standing, compliance with employment laws, prohibitions on political contributions, and other requirements. Vendors must update these certifications annually and report any changes that could affect eligibility. While an incumbent vendor is not specified, the contract may require integration with existing infrastructure or technology at the Little Grassy Fish Hatchery.