Union Theater Carpet Removal and Installation

The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum (ALPLM) is seeking qualified vendors to complete a carpet removal and installation project for the Union Theater located in Springfield, Illinois. The project involves removing and replacing approximately 4,500 square feet of carpet tiles, specifically Bentley Mills Carpet Tiles in Kings Road, Tunisian Red color, along with installing Tivo soft step stair lighting. The work will be completed in two sequential sections, with Section 1 beginning on November 3, 2025, and the entire project mandated for completion by November 15, 2025. Vendors must attend a mandatory pre-bid meeting on October 23, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. to view the site and obtain necessary documentation. Interested contractors must have a minimum of three years of experience in carpet and theater stair nosing light installation. Questions about the project must be submitted by October 27, 2025, at 1:00 p.m., with final bids due by October 30, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. The evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest-priced vendor meeting all minimum requirements and specifications, with work permitted during extended hours from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. seven days per week.

The procurement is open to all qualified vendors, with no specific set-aside designations noted in the documentation. Vendors must complete Standard Illinois Certifications if their quote exceeds $50,000 and comply with prevailing wage requirements, which can be confirmed by contacting the Illinois Department of Labor. The project requires vendors to handle all aspects of carpet and lighting installation, including removal of existing materials, floor preparation, adhesive application using the monolithic carpet tile method, and installation of transition tracks and stair nosing. Contractors must use Taylor 2025 Primer adhesive or an equivalent product and provide all necessary materials for a comprehensive installation. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the project involves substantial renovation work in a state-owned cultural facility. Payment will be processed via check or Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) upon project completion, with all quoted prices required to remain valid for 90 days from submission. The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum reserves the right to reject any or all offers and to award the contract by item, part, or portion.