DNR WSRC - New Pavilion

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is seeking a vendor to construct a new 40'x60' pavilion at the World Shooting and Recreation Complex located in Sparta, Illinois, through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) with solicitation number 25-422REALT-B-47891. The project involves installing a pre-engineered steel frame pavilion with a concrete foundation, multi-rib metal roof panels, and associated site improvements, including ADA parking, potential drinking fountain, and potential outdoor firepit area. The procurement requires electronic bid submissions through BidBuy, with bids needing to remain firm for 90 days after opening. The bid due date is June 18, 2025, with a contract term extending until May 31, 2026. Bidders must be registered and authorized to conduct business in Illinois, and the state will evaluate bids based on responsiveness, responsibility, and lowest overall total price. Vendors must submit specific required documents, including Vendor Disclosure, Offer to the State of Illinois Contract, and a Business Enterprise Program (BEP) Utilization Plan, and demonstrate experience as a commercial general construction contractor with at least 3 years of relevant project experience.

The procurement includes a Business Enterprise Program (BEP) participation goal of 1%, with specific requirements for minority, women, and disabled-owned business participation. The project supports diversity by encouraging certified diverse businesses to participate, with an aspirational goal of awarding at least 30% of total state contract dollar amounts to certified diverse businesses. Vendors must provide documentation of ownership, with businesses needing at least 51% ownership by minority, women, or persons with disabilities to qualify for certification. The contract is funded through state appropriations and potentially involves DCEO Grant number 20-203049, with the vendor required to comply with prevailing wage regulations and provide performance and labor bonds. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, the vendor must be prepared to integrate with existing infrastructure at the World Shooting and Recreation Complex. Although the exact contract value is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive project specifications and site improvements suggest a substantial investment in enhancing the recreational facility's infrastructure.