Pyramid State Park-Boat Dock

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is seeking a contractor to replace two wood floating docks at Pyramid State Recreation Area in Pinckneyville, Illinois. The project requires demolishing and disposing of existing wood floating docks and installing two new 8' x 24' floating docks with 6' x 12' access bridges at Wesseln Cut and Boulder Lake locations. Qualified contractors must have a minimum of two years of experience in the commercial dock industry and demonstrate documentation of at least two similar completed projects. The contract must be completed within 180 days from contract execution or Notice to Proceed, with a proposal due date of November 22, 2024. Contractors will be required to submit a performance bond and labor/material payment bond if the project cost exceeds $50,000. Insurance requirements include $1,000,000 per occurrence general commercial liability, $1,000,000 auto liability, and worker's compensation coverage. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible, responsive bidder, with payments processed in accordance with the State Prompt Payment Act.

The procurement opportunity includes specific set-aside requirements, mandating that at least 51% of the work must be completed by the prime contractor. The project is located in Piatt County, Illinois, and contractors must be registered with the Small Business Set-Aside program. Vendors must comply with the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act and complete mandatory certifications outlined in the standard Illinois Certifications form, which includes provisions for equal employment opportunity, environmental protection, drug-free workplace requirements, and tax compliance. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the project involves replacing two floating docks with associated infrastructure. Contractors must also adhere to additional state requirements, including annual re-certification for contracts over one year, compliance with accessibility standards, and posting job vacancies on IllinoisJobLink.com. Non-compliance with any contractual provisions could result in contract termination, debarment, civil fines, or criminal penalties.