Resurfacing and ADA Improvements on IL 4 from IL 154 in Sparta to IL 150

The Illinois Department of Transportation is requesting bids for resurfacing and ADA improvements on Illinois Route 4 from IL 154 in Sparta to IL 150 in Richland County, with electronic bids due November 6, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. to the iCX system. This is a federally-funded project under the National Highway Performance Program subject to Federal-aid requirements and extensive labor and EEO compliance obligations.

The scope encompasses 7.6 miles of standard overlay, guardrail installation, culvert replacement (SN 079-2467 over Middle Tributary to Little Mary's River approximately 3 miles south of Sparta), and all associated construction activities. The contractor must notify the engineer three weeks prior to executing a complete road closure limited to one weekend period (Friday 7:00 p.m. through Monday 5:00 a.m.) for culvert replacement work. A Project Labor Agreement applies. Special provisions address traffic control, pavement marking, concrete sidewalk construction, precast concrete box culvert assembly, and cost adjustments for bituminous materials and fuel.

Contract completion is November 13, 2027, with liquidated damages assessed at the contract's original amount for each calendar day of overrun. Bids will be publicly opened on November 6, 2026, and the contract is awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. DBE participation requirements and performance standards for hot-mix asphalt, portland cement concrete, and various admixtures apply. Contractors must submit certified payroll (Forms SBE 48 and SBE 348), Weekly DBE Trucking Reports (Form SBE 723), Monthly Labor Summary Reports, and Monthly Contract Activity Reports to the District 8 Regional Engineer.