Sidewalk Replacement at the Den at Fox Creek

The City of Bloomington, Illinois Department of Parks & Recreation is soliciting bids for sidewalk replacement at The Den Golf Course, 3002 Fox Creek Road, Bloomington, with bids due October 6, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Central Time via the City's e-Procurement Portal (OpenGov). A local-preference purchasing policy permits bid adjustments up to 4 percent (maximum $10,000) for qualified local contractors within McLean County.

The base bid covers removal and replacement of approximately 2,200 square feet of damaged sidewalk from the NW corner to the NE corner of the clubhouse, including subgrade stabilization, installation of new concrete sidewalks meeting ADA requirements and City specifications, backfill and grading with topsoil, removal of abandoned HVAC conduits on the NW corner, disposal of all removed materials, and provision of a dumpster and portable restroom. The contractor must supply all materials and ensure proper drainage away from the building. An alternate bid option includes replacement of all perimeter sidewalk around the clubhouse (excluding the south ramp), covering approximately 3,700 square feet with similar requirements.

Work hours are restricted to 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. All work is subject to the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act; contractors must submit certified payroll records monthly to the Illinois Department of Labor. For bids exceeding $100,000, proof of participation in approved apprenticeship and training programs is required. A Project Labor Agreement applies to projects exceeding $50,000 unless waived by City Council, though no union membership or fair share payments are mandated. Bids must include a bid guaranty of no less than 10 percent of the bid amount; the successful bidder must provide Performance and Payment Bonds equal to 100 percent of the contract price within ten business days after award. Comprehensive insurance, including $2,000,000 general liability per occurrence, is required. The City maintains aspirational targets of 8 percent MBE/WBE/DBE subcontractor utilization and 10 percent minority plus 2 percent female workforce participation. Questions are due September 24, 2026, with responses provided by September 29, 2026. The anticipated award date is October 26, 2026.