DNR Lowden - Renovate Eternal Indian Plaza

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is seeking vendors to renovate the Eternal Indian Plaza at Lowden State Park, located in Ogle County, Illinois. The project involves removing and replacing the plaza surface, walkway, and seat wall, constructing a new staircase and retaining wall, and making other landscaping and site drainage improvements. The anticipated substantial completion date is June 30, 2023, and the total contract term cannot exceed 10 years. Vendors must have a minimum of 3 years' experience in commercial landscaping and provide documentation of at least 5 similar projects. Bids must be submitted electronically through the BidBuy system by March 16, 2023, as IDNR is only accepting electronic submissions for this competitive solicitation. The pricing will be a firm lump sum amount, and the contract is subject to the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act.

The procurement has a 36% Business Enterprise Program (BEP) goal, requiring vendors to demonstrate their commitment to utilizing BEP and Veteran Small Business (VSB) certified subcontractors. The contract was previously awarded to O'Brien Civil Works for $253,530 with a BEP utilization plan of 36%. The estimated financial return to the State for the life of the contract, including any renewals, and the estimated gross revenue to the vendor for the life of the contract are not provided.