Removing and replacing high-mast tower, underpass and roadway lighting luminares at the I-57 and IL 50 Interchange and at the south IL 1/17 intersection

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is soliciting bids for removal and replacement of lighting luminaires with LED units on high-mast tower poles, roadway poles, and underpass lighting at the I-57 and IL Route 50 Interchange and at the IL Route 17 and IL Route 1 South Intersection in Kankakee County, with electronic bids due July 31, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. through the iCX system. A DBE participation goal of 0.00% has been established; bidders must submit a DBE Utilization Plan (form SBE 2026) and applicable DBE Participation Statements.

The scope includes removal of existing lighting luminaires with no salvage (HPS lamp recycling at certified facilities), replacement with LED luminaires across multiple pole types, and traffic control measures including two changeable message signs and plastic drums. Lane closures on I-57, IL Route 50, and IL Route 17 are prohibited Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.; all lanes must remain open during legal holidays, weekends (3:00 p.m. Friday to 12:00 midnight Sunday), and at the end of each workday. Contractor must acquire manufacturer's operation and maintenance manuals for tower lowering devices and luminaires prior to commencing work.

The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder and is paid with federal-aid funds, subject to prevailing wage and federal compliance requirements. The work is governed by the Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction (Adopted January 1, 2022, Revised January 1, 2026) and the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways. Supplemental specifications and recurring special provisions cover materials, concrete admixtures, compensable delay costs, and removal and disposal of regulated substances. Bids will be publicly opened at 12:00 p.m. on July 31, 2026.