DNR -QBS Sinnissippi Dam Rehabilitation Plans

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is seeking professional engineering services to provide the development of construction and design plans, specifications, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) code, and operations and maintenance manuals for the rehabilitation of the Sinnissippi Dam in Rock Falls, Whiteside County, Illinois. Key deliverables include a complete set of plan documents, specifications, and cost estimates within 12 months of contract execution, as well as engineering support services during the construction phase. Interested firms must be prequalified with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) in the categories of Structures (Highway Bridges: Typical), Special Services (Electrical), and Special Services (Mechanical) to submit a statement of qualifications. The contract opportunity has a due date of April 21, 2023, and proposals will be evaluated based on the vendor's qualifications, proposed staffing, understanding of project requirements, and relevant experience.

The solicitation includes a 5% Business Enterprise for Minorities, Women, and Persons with Disabilities (BEP) participation goal and a 1% Veteran Small Business (VSB) goal. Vendors must submit a completed BEP and VSB Utilization Plan as part of their proposal, identifying any subcontractors they intend to use to meet the goals. The project is funded by the State of Illinois, but the specific award value or budget range is not provided. The document indicates that IDNR has ranked one firm, WSP USA, Inc., and will begin negotiations for the professional services contract.