HMA Surface Removal and Replacement on the Bridge Approach

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is soliciting bids under Contract No. 80C58 for HMA surface removal and replacement on the west bridge approach to I-55, with electronic bids due November 6, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. through the iCX Integrated Contractors Exchange system. The project carries a disadvantaged business enterprise (DBE) participation provision, and the document identifies no explicit set-asides.

The work covers HMA binder and surface course installation at the west approach of structures S.N. 099-0289 and S.N. 099-0313 on FAI Route 55 (I-55) over the I & M Canal and CSXT Railroad in the Village of Channahon, Will County. Incidental scope includes expressway traffic control, roadway maintenance, drainage structure cleaning, and adjustments and reconstructions. Lane closures are restricted to one lane: Sunday through Thursday from 8:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m., Friday from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 a.m. Saturday, and Saturday from 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 a.m. Sunday. Key special provisions address engineer's field office requirements, quality control and quality assurance of HMA mixtures, performance-graded asphalt binder specifications, and compensable delay costs. Work must follow the Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction effective January 1, 2026, along with supplemental specifications, recurring special provisions, and State and Federal requirements.

The project uses District 1 construction funds. Award goes to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder whose bid conforms to IDOT's terms and conditions. Bids will be publicly opened from the iCX SecureVault at the November 6 deadline. The notice was posted October 21, 2026.