RR-26-9315 - Veterans Mem'l Tollway (I-355) Building Improv at Central Admin Build MP 19. 8

The Illinois State Toll Highway Authority (ISTHA) is soliciting bids for facility improvements at the Central Administration Building at Veterans Memorial Tollway (I-355) Mile Post 19.8 in DuPage County under RR-26-9315, with bids due August 14, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. through the State of Illinois BidBuy eProcurement system — electronic submissions only per CPO Notice 2023.12. This contract is restricted to Illinois-registered small businesses under the Small Business Initiative (SBI) program, with annual revenue thresholds of $8 million for retail/service, $13 million for wholesale/manufacturing, and $14 million for construction.

The scope encompasses demolition of an existing cafeteria with removal of all kitchen equipment and built-in furniture, followed by renovation into new lunchroom and office spaces with associated mechanical, plumbing, and electrical work. Work is scheduled to commence on or about November 16, 2026 and must be completed by July 2, 2027. Prime contractors must be registered in both the Illinois Procurement Gateway (IPG) and the Illinois Tollway's SBI program within 14 calendar days of apparent low bidder notification and are required to self-perform up to 40 percent of total contract value, utilizing only SBI vendors as subcontractors unless a Small Business Exception is granted.

The contract includes Diversity Goals for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) participation. An optional pre-bid meeting is scheduled for July 8, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. via Microsoft Teams, with optional site walk-throughs on July 9 and 10, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. at the project location. Written questions are due July 24, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. A bid guaranty of five percent of total bid amount is required. Awards will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The contract is subject to Illinois prevailing wage requirements, Illinois Human Rights Act compliance, and enrollment in the Rolling Owner Controlled Insurance Program (ROCIP). All bidders must register or submit evidence of application with the Illinois Department of Human Rights (IDHR) prior to bid submission.