Park Naturalization Project

The Village of Round Lake Beach is requesting sealed bids for a park naturalization project involving ecological restoration at four sites (934 Hillwood Circle and 709, 711, 713, and 715 Oakwood Drive), with bids due September 23, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. CST and a non-mandatory pre-bid meeting on September 15, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. CST.

The scope includes conversion of turf grass to native prairie, installation of approximately 0.11 acres of prairie seed mix (combining low-profile and wet-mesic varieties), planting of 1,000 native perennial plant plugs, tree and shrub plantings (species include oaks, serviceberry, and catalpa), tree removal, earth excavation, installation of crushed limestone paths, protective fencing, benches, and signage. All work must comply with the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act per Lake County rates.

Bidders must submit a 10% bid deposit, three performance references, and evidence of financial stability and bonding capacity. The successful contractor must provide performance and payment bonds covering 100% of the contract price, maintain commercial general liability insurance with a minimum combined single limit of $2 million, umbrella excess liability of $4 million, and automobile liability of $1 million. Worker's compensation insurance is required. Monthly certified payroll submissions to the Illinois Department of Labor database are mandatory, and all subcontractors must meet identical wage and insurance requirements.

The contract term runs 180 calendar days from Notice to Proceed, with substantial completion in Fall 2026 and tree and shrub final plantings in Spring 2027. A one-year warranty on all materials and workmanship is required. Liquidated damages apply for failure to meet the deadline. The Village anticipates award on September 30, 2026. Sealed bids are due at 911 N. Lotus Drive, Round Lake Beach, IL 60073.