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 in Morgan County, Illinois. The scope of work includes removing the existing plaza surface and walkway, constructing a new ADA-compliant concrete landing area and path, building a new concrete staircase and handrail, replacing the stone seat wall with a concrete unit block retaining wall, and making other landscaping improvements. Vendors must have a minimum of 3 years of experience in commercial landscaping and submit samples, shop drawings, and other materials for approval prior to starting work. The contract has an initial term ending on December 31, 2023, with the total term not to exceed 10 years. Pricing must be submitted as a firm lump sum amount, and there is a 36% Business Enterprise Program (BEP) goal for minority, women, and persons with disabilities participation. Vendors must pay prevailing wage rates and are subject to other public works requirements, including submitting certified payroll records.

This contract opportunity is partially or fully funded with federal funds, with the percentage of federal funding to be disclosed to the awarded vendor. No subcontractors with annual values over $50,000 are permitted without prior approval. The solicitation is being conducted electronically through the BidBuy system, and paper responses will not be accepted. The procurement documents do not provide details on any set-aside designations, incumbent vendors, or budget ranges, but they do indicate that the contract may have renewal options.