Profile and Slope Adjustment, Curb and Gutter, ADA Upgrades, Drainage and Intersection Improvements on IL 37 (Logan Street)

The Illinois Department of Transportation is soliciting bids for Contract 78B41, a combined roadway and traffic signal modernization project on IL 37 (Logan Street) in West Frankfort, Illinois, with electronic bids due to the iCX system before 12:00 p.m. on November 6, 2026. The solicitation includes recurring Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation requirements, and the source does not state a participation percentage.

The roadway work runs from south of North Douglas Street to south of Cleveland Street and includes HMA surface removal and resurfacing, profile and cross-slope adjustments, concrete curb and gutter replacement, sidewalk and ADA curb ramp reconstruction, drainage and intersection improvements, and pavement markings. The signal component modernizes four intersections on IL 37 and IL 149 at St. Louis Street, IL 149, Emma Street, and Jefferson Street. It includes mast arms, signal posts, LED signal heads, controllers, accessible pedestrian signals, handholes, conduit, foundations, and video and hybrid detection systems. The specifications also cover battery backup systems, wireless ethernet radios, and ethernet switches, along with changeable message signs.

Execution constraints are substantial. Lane rental assessments apply, with a $10,000 daily penalty for exceeding allotted closure days. The contractor must coordinate with six utility companies and with local emergency services before any road closure. Written notice is required at least 14 days before starting work, or 21 days before roadway closures.

The project is funded with State Transportation funds and Federal-aid funds under project number STP-MLR2(503). The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder conforming to IDOT's terms and conditions. The source does not state an estimated contract value or contract term. The notice was posted October 21, 2026.