Plan and Begin Repair of Lock 33, Hennepin Canal Parkway State Park

The contract involves planning and initiating repair work on Lock 33 located within the Hennepin Canal Parkway State Park in Sheffield, Bureau County, Illinois. Managed by the Illinois Capital Development Board, this project falls under the NAICS code 237310, which pertains to highway, street, and bridge construction, indicating a focus on infrastructure rehabilitation. The scope of work is categorized as a general remodeling and rehabilitation effort with an estimated total cost of less than $9 million. The solicitation was publicly posted on October 24, 2025, with a deadline for bid submissions set for November 25, 2025. A non-mandatory prebid meeting is scheduled for November 6, 2025, at the INDR office in Rock Falls, Illinois, to provide interested bidders with project details and clarify requirements. The procurement process is structured as a single trade project with an applicable project labor agreement, emphasizing streamlined coordination among contractors. Plans and additional project documentation are available through Prairie Engineers, P.C., ensuring that bidders have access to the necessary technical information. The contract aims to facilitate the early phases of repair work on Lock 33, supporting the preservation and functionality of this historic canal feature, and is part of broader efforts to maintain Illinois’ canal infrastructure. The comprehensive scope and specific deadlines underscore the project’s importance in ensuring timely and efficient rehabilitation of this significant waterway feature.