Widening existing pavement, ADA improvements, traffic signal modernization, bridge deck overlay from Gregory St/Bowles St in Normal to Olive St in Bloomington

The Illinois Department of Transportation is soliciting bids for highway pavement widening, ADA improvements, traffic signal modernization, and bridge deck overlay on a 2.834-mile segment of FAP Route 730 (US 51 Business) from Gregory Street/Bowles Street in Normal to Olive Street in Bloomington, McLean County, with electronic bids due July 31, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. via the iCX system. The contract is federally funded through NHPP-CR-HSIP-KPSP (167) and subject to DBE participation requirements; the source does not specify the DBE goal percentage.

The scope includes Class C and D patching, HMA surface removal and paving at various depths, pavement widening and reconstruction, longitudinal joint sealant, ADA improvements, curb and gutter removal and replacement, drainage and utility structure installation and adjustments, pavement marking and signing, raised reflective pavement markers, traffic signal pole, mast arm, and signal head replacement, pedestrian push-buttons, retaining wall construction, and repairs to SN 057-0194 bridge structure. Work is funded on a unit price basis except for traffic control and protection, which is a special lump sum item.

The project requires extensive traffic control maintaining one lane in each direction on US 51 Business throughout construction, with maximum two-block construction areas and strict operation sequencing. Construction at the SN 057-0194 bridge structure is restricted to June 1 through August 15 to avoid conflicts with Illinois State University operations. Stage construction time restrictions prohibit traffic control devices causing lane closures during non-working hours from December 1 through April 1. The contractor must secure a facility and conduct a public information meeting at least 10 calendar days before construction begins, notify affected property owners and emergency services, and provide notification to transit authorities, schools, and medical facilities two to three weeks prior to lane or road closures. A project labor agreement and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan are required. The contractor assumes full responsibility for maintenance of existing traffic signal installations within construction limits and repair of any damage caused by negligence or poor workmanship. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder in conformity with Department terms and conditions.