Exterior Concrete & Masonry Repairs at Park Ridge Public Library

The City of Park Ridge, Illinois is requesting bids for exterior concrete and masonry repairs at Park Ridge Public Library (20 South Prospect Avenue) under IFB PW-26-13, with bids due August 20, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. The Illinois Prevailing Wage Act applies to this public works project, requiring all contractors and subcontractors to pay prevailing wage rates established by the Illinois Department of Labor.

The scope includes demolition and replacement of deteriorated concrete sidewalk sections; demolition and reconstruction of portions of the existing concrete retaining wall; masonry tuckpointing of deteriorated mortar joints; removal and replacement of damaged or cracked brick masonry units; concrete stair repairs with reinforcing dowels and new concrete material; repair and replacement of limestone capstones at terrace and front entry walls; removal, repair, repainting, and reinstallation of existing handrail posts with new grout beds and sealant; repair of wall caps, masonry joints, sealants, and miscellaneous concrete and masonry deficiencies; and protection, restoration, and final cleanup of adjacent improvements. Bidders must examine contract documents and visit the site prior to submission.

The contract term is one year following City Council approval and execution by the City Manager. Project completion is required by November 23, 2026, with punch list work due within 30 days thereafter. Contractors must submit all-inclusive pricing with no additional charges during the contract term and are responsible for all labor, materials, equipment, tools, storage, delivery, disposal, permits, traffic and pedestrian control, and incidentals. Construction hours are restricted to 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday through Friday only. Liquidated damages of $200 per calendar day apply for failure to meet the completion deadline.

Performance and payment bonds in the full contract amount are required under the Illinois Public Construction Bond Act. Contractors must provide certificates of insurance for workers' compensation, commercial general liability ($2,000,000 general aggregate / $1,000,000 each occurrence), commercial automobile liability ($1,000,000 combined single limit), and umbrella liability ($2,000,000 minimum per occurrence), with the City named as additional insured. Questions were due August 11, 2026; the final Q&A addendum was published August 13, 2026. Anticipated contract award is September 2026.