EMERGENCY EXTENSION for Roadway Sweepings Pick-up and Disposal Services

The Illinois State Toll Highway Authority (ISTHA) is extending, under emergency procurement authority, its roadway sweepings pick-up and disposal contract with Independent Recycling Services, Inc. for 61 days, from November 5, 2026 through January 4, 2027. The vendor was selected directly for the emergency procurement based on its familiarity with ISTHA requirements, its existing sweepings roll-off dumpsters at maintenance sites, and its prior compliant performance. The Illinois Chief Procurement Office for General Services approved the extension on November 3, 2026, after the Tollway's Engineering Division submitted it.

The scope covers removal of non-hazardous shoulder debris collected by sweeper trucks from designated M-Sites. Sweepings accumulate temporarily in 10 cubic yard dumpsters the vendor provides at specified locations, and pickups occur as needed. The extension does not change the scope of work. The source describes the service as a motorist safety matter, because debris propelled by passing vehicles creates hazards if removal stops.

The original emergency contract, BidBuy Reference B-53567, was valued at $150,000 and ran from August 7 through November 4, 2026. The extension amount is $0.00. Funding comes from sources other than federal or state appropriated funds. An Emergency Final Cost form will be published by the State Purchasing Officer no later than the tenth day of the month following award.

Independent Recycling Services, Inc. is the incumbent and current vendor. The Tollway's most recent competitively bid contract with the vendor expired in December 2025 after a one-year renewal that began December 2024. The vendor exceeded the 25% Business Enterprise Program commitment during that term and indicated willingness to use BEP participation when practical, though reduced winter volume is anticipated. The Tollway is completing a joint purchase invitation for bid with the Illinois Department of Transportation (BidBuy Reference B-53219), scheduled to close October 28, 2026, which will supersede this bridge arrangement.