Re-bid D1 Boat Operator and Bucket Boat Rental

This is a re-bid of a contract by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) District 1 for the provision of a Boat Operator and a 65-foot Straight Boom Man Lift Bucket Boat to support bridge inspections and maintenance activities. The contract requires the selected vendor to provide the boat operator and bucket boat rental on an as-needed basis to inspect up to 6 movable bridges and potentially up to 10 additional bridges, if time allows. The contract term is for one year with the option to renew for up to 2 additional years. Pricing is based on hourly and daily rates for the boat operator, bucket boat and straight boom man lift rentals, as well as mobilization, equipment loading, and use of pneumatic tools and air compressors. The contract does not have any set-aside requirements and subcontracting is not allowed without prior written approval. The total contract value has not been specified, but the State will determine the maximum payment amount prior to contract execution. There is no information provided about any incumbent contractors. The procurement requires vendors to submit detailed forms and certifications, regardless of the contract value, to comply with state requirements.