26-422DNR-REALT-B-51324 | DNR Thomson-Fulton Sand Prairie Nature Preserve Area - Resurface Great River Trail

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is soliciting bids for project 26-422DNR-REALT-B-51324 to resurface approximately one mile of the Great River Trail at the Thomson-Fulton Sand Prairie Nature Preserve Area in Whiteside County, Illinois. The scope of work includes HMA patching, leveling, and resurfacing, as well as the installation of bollards and stone boulders to ensure a safe trail system for public use. The project must adhere to the IDOT Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction and is scheduled for completion by September 11, 2026. The contract will be awarded to the lowest priced responsive and responsible bidder. Bidders must submit their proposals electronically via the BidBuy portal, including a completed Vendor Disclosure form and a detailed Schedule of Values. The project may be partially or totally funded by federal funds, requiring compliance with the Buy American Act, the Copeland Anti-Kick Back Act, and prevailing wage laws. Selected vendors must be registered as small businesses and provide a warranty ensuring work is free from defects for at least twelve months. Invoicing is generally required upon completion of the contract, with specific deadlines for expenses incurred through June 30.