DNR Tunnel Hill- Bike trail repairs RTP

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is seeking a vendor to repair the Tunnel Hill State Trail bike path located in Grundy County, with a specific focus on converting approximately 412 linear feet of crushed limestone trail to a reinforced concrete surface. The project involves comprehensive trail restoration, including installing trail closure signs, bridge protection, placing 200 tons of riprap for embankment protection, grading and preparing the trail surface, constructing 4,120 square feet of concrete pavement, installing culverts and warning signs, and fully restoring the trail upon completion. Bidders must submit electronically through the BidBuy system by February 18, 2025, with bids remaining firm for 90 days from opening. Vendor qualifications include having 5 years of experience in commercial general construction/transportation and demonstrating completion of at least 5 similar projects. The contract requires the selected contractor to complete at least 50% of the work directly and will run through August 31, 2025, with performance bonds required after contract execution.

The procurement includes a 1% Business Enterprise Program (BEP) goal for businesses owned by minorities, women, and persons with disabilities, with specific emphasis on utilizing vendors from the BEP Vendor Directory. Vendors must complete a BEP Utilization Plan, identifying potential subcontractors using NIGP codes 914-30 and 912-26, and demonstrate good faith efforts in meeting participation goals. The project may be partially or totally funded by federal grants, which introduces additional compliance requirements. Domestic products are given preference, and a $15 Minority Contractor Initiative fee is required for contracts over $1,000. Insurance requirements include $1,000,000 per occurrence in general and auto liability coverage, along with workers' compensation insurance. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the trail repair suggests a significant investment in infrastructure rehabilitation, with potential for federal grant supplementation.