DNR-Replacement Docks for Shabbona Lake State Park

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is seeking bids for the replacement of two courtesy boat docks at Shabbona Lake State Park in Dekalb County, Illinois. The scope of work includes the design, fabrication, and delivery of one 6'x30' floating dock with a 20' bridge, and one 8'x52' L-shaped ADA-compliant floating dock with an 8'x20' section and a 20' bridge. The selected contractor will be responsible for providing detailed design calculations, construction drawings, and shop drawings for IDNR approval prior to manufacturing. The work must be completed within 120 days of contract award, unless an extension is granted by the IDNR. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible, qualified bidder, and the IDNR reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Specific design requirements are outlined, including load capacities, freeboard, slope and height tolerances, and required features such as handrails, transfer rails, and ladders for the ADA-compliant dock.

The contract is subject to prevailing wage rates and certified payroll requirements. The IDNR's small business set-aside program applies to this project, and acceptable dock manufacturers are listed. Contractors must provide a one-year general warranty, along with 10-year and 25-year warranties on certain components. The IDNR has not provided details on any incumbent vendors or the current contract value, but the solicitation appears to be open to all interested and qualified vendors. Bidders must submit the required Forms A and B disclosures and certifications as part of their response.