DNR-Lowden-Yard Hydrant Replacement

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is seeking bids for the DNR-Lowden-Yard Hydrant Replacement project, which involves the replacement of 15 yard hydrants at Lowden State Park in Monroe County, Illinois. The scope of work requires the contractor to remove the existing hydrants and install 12 freeze-less sanitary yard hydrants and 3 ADA-compliant freeze-less sanitary yard hydrants, including all necessary concrete work, excavation, backfilling, and landscaping. The contractor must have a minimum of 5 years of commercial plumbing experience and documentation of at least 5 similar projects. Bids are due by October 27, 2020, and the contract term extends through June 30, 2021. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible, responsive bidder, and the IDNR reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Payment terms are per the State Prompt Payment Act, and all or a portion of the project may be funded through tax-exempt bond proceeds.

The contract opportunity does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are listed, and the procurement documents do not provide any information on existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The contract value is not explicitly stated, but the requirement for performance and labor/material payment bonds indicates the project cost may exceed $50,000.