IVHQ Fire Escape Renovation for Stone Building

The state of Illinois, through the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs, is soliciting quotes for the renovation of the fire escape on the Stone Security Building at the Illinois Veterans Home (IVHQ) in Quincy, Illinois. The scope of work includes removing the existing steel fire escape, repairing or replacing the structural supports, sandblasting and painting the structure, and re-assembling and re-attaching the fire escape on-site. The project must be completed within 2 weeks due to fire safety concerns. Vendors are required to provide a total bid amount for the labor and materials, as prevailing wage applies. The project has specific requirements for the structural steel, hardware, and paint system to be used. Vendors must agree to partial shipment in case of delays, and the lowest total bid will be selected.

The Request for Quote (RFQ) notes that no price increases will be accepted, and the agency reserves the right to reject any offers. Vendors must also agree to safeguard the jobsite during construction activities and coordinate all work with the Engineering Department. The project will take place between 8:00 am and 4:30 pm Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. The RFQ does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The documents do not identify any incumbent vendors or current contractors, and do not provide any information on the existing infrastructure or technology that may require integration. The total award value or budget range for this project is also not disclosed.