Resurfacing and ADA Upgrades - Five (5) Locations

The Illinois Department of Transportation is requesting electronic bids for resurfacing and reconstruction at five locations along IL 127 and Old IL 13 in Murphysboro and Carbondale, with bids due September 18, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. through the iCX system. DBE participation requirements apply.

The scope spans HMA overlay work at Locations 1, 2, and 5 (surface removal, binder and surface courses, shoulders, ADA ramp improvements, pavement markings, and reflective markers); full pavement replacement at Location 3 from the Big Muddy River Bridge to the Shomaker Drive intersection (including earth excavation, PCC pavement, curb and gutter, sidewalk, and storm sewer); and intersection reconstruction at Location 4 (PCC pavement, shoulders, sidewalk, storm sewer, and lighting). The Shomaker Drive intersection may be closed for up to 30 consecutive days. The contractor must maintain at least one lane of traffic throughout construction and coordinate with concurrent Contract No. 78985 (bridge slope repair). Work includes traffic control, detour signage, nine changeable message signs, reflective crack control treatment, and profile diamond grinding for concrete pavement.

Utility coordination is required with Ameren Illinois (gas and electric), City of Carbondale water and sewer, Egyptian Electric Cooperative, and multiple communications providers. The contract is funded through Federal-aid construction funds (STP-0H7D(932)) and is awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Special provisions cover concrete quality control, asphalt material cost adjustments, and Federal-Aid construction contract compliance.