QBS - DNR-Lowden- Renovation of Eternal Indian Plaza

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is seeking a landscape architecture firm to provide professional and artistic services for the renovation of the Eternal Indian Plaza at Lowden State Park in Monroe County, Illinois. The selected firm will be responsible for developing conceptual plans, demolition plans, site protection plans, and construction documents to improve the existing plaza, viewing area, and access to the historic Eternal Indian sculpture. The project includes repairing and restoring the sculpture's deteriorated concrete base and natural stone veneer. The consultant must complete the design process within 60 days of contract award, with the goal of completing construction by March 2022. IDNR will provide survey data, and the consultant will be responsible for construction administration services, including field observations. Consultants must submit a Statement of Qualifications that includes a project understanding, firm background, key personnel, and relevant project experience.

There are no Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Female Business Enterprise (FBE), or Veteran Business Enterprise (VBE) goals for this procurement, but participation is encouraged. IDNR has secured funding for the project, and the consultant will submit monthly invoices for the design services. The procurement is a Small Purchase Qualifications-Based Selection (QBS) process, as allowed under 30 ILCS 535/45. IDNR is not required to award a contract through this solicitation, and the consultant will be responsible for integrating any existing infrastructure or technology. The estimated budget range for this project is not provided.