26-422DNR-REALT-B-51187 | I&M Canal - Spillway Repairs

The solicitation titled “I&M Canal - Spillway Repairs” (Solicitation Number 26-422DNR-REALT-B-51187) issued by the Illinois Office of Realty and Capital Planning involves construction and repair work at multiple spillways along the Illinois & Michigan Canal State Park in Morris, Illinois, primarily within Will and Grundy counties. The scope involves removal of existing timber stoplogs, furnishing and installing new timber stoplogs and steel supports, all while maintaining coordination with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) and permits from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The work must mitigate environmental impacts through erosion and sediment control, traffic and dust management, and compliance with applicable seasonal and prevailing wage laws. The period of performance starts approximately 30 days post-contract execution with completion expected by October 6, 2026, and final closeout documents due by May 2027. Contract administration places inspection and acceptance responsibilities squarely with IDNR, ensuring materials and workmanship meet robust standards such as ASTM, AWS, AASHTO, and Illinois state codes, with specific quality requirements for concrete, steel, timber, galvanizing, and welding. The procurement follows a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) award process focusing on bidders’ responsiveness, responsibility, past performance, and price. Bids must be electronically submitted through the Illinois BidBuy system with no paper or other submission methods accepted. Special contract requirements mandate IDOT pre-approval, new U.S.-manufactured materials, strict insurance coverage, and no unauthorized contract modifications without formal change orders. Vendors must comply with state certifications and disclosures, including apprenticeship goals, prevailing wages, drug-free workplace policies, and no use of forced child labor. While a specific contract value is not stated, the contract includes detailed administrative contact points for invoicing and oversight but lacks designated contracting officer representatives. Overall, this contract emphasizes regulatory compliance, environmental stewardship, and high-quality restoration work at critical state infrastructure sites along the historic canal.