Department of Human Services - DMH Small Purchase AMHC Landscaping - 27-444DHS-MENTH-B-53468 (2026)
Illinois Department of Human Services | State of IllinoisState · Springfield, IL- Due
- Aug 19, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 27, 2026
- Primary contact
- Candace Feller
- (618) 474-3232
The 30-second brief
The Department of Human Services is seeking bids for site preparation, topsoil placement, and sod installation at the Alton Mental Health Center Willow Building, located at 4500 College Ave, Alton, IL 62002, under solicitation number 27-444DHS-MENTH-B-53468. The approximate project scope encompasses 15,100 square feet of landscaping work, including the removal of debris, vegetation, and rocks larger than 2 inches, rough grading, installation of an 8oz non-woven geotextile separation fabric, placement of a minimum of 4 inches of screened fertile topsoil, starter fertilization, and sod installation using Kentucky Bluegrass or Turf-Type Tall Fescue blends. Additional requirements involve a 14-day watering and establishment period, cleanup, and a mandatory one-year warranty on sod survival, workmanship, and grading defects. Bids are due by August 19, 2026, at 4:00 PM, following a mandatory pre-bid site visit held on August 6, 2026. Prevailing wage requirements apply.
Total project cost, Estimated start date, Estimated completion date, Description of geotextile fabric proposed, Source of topsoil, Type of sod proposed, Warranty period
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Summary
The Department of Human Services is seeking bids for site preparation, topsoil placement, and sod installation at the Alton Mental Health Center Willow Building, located at 4500 College Ave, Alton, IL 62002, under solicitation number 27-444DHS-MENTH-B-53468.
The approximate project scope encompasses 15,100 square feet of landscaping work, including the removal of debris, vegetation, and rocks larger than 2 inches, rough grading, installation of an 8oz non-woven geotextile separation fabric, placement of a minimum of 4 inches of screened fertile topsoil, starter fertilization, and sod installation using Kentucky Bluegrass or Turf-Type Tall Fescue blends. Additional requirements involve a 14-day watering and establishment period, cleanup, and a mandatory one-year warranty on sod survival, workmanship, and grading defects. Bids are due by August 19, 2026, at 4:00 PM, following a mandatory pre-bid site visit held on August 6, 2026. Prevailing wage requirements apply.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Total project cost
- Estimated start date
- Estimated completion date
- Description of geotextile fabric proposed
- Source of topsoil
- Type of sod proposed
- Warranty period
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Total project cost
- Estimated start date
- Estimated completion date
- Description of geotextile fabric proposed
- Source of topsoil
- Type of sod proposed
- Warranty period
- Submit to
- Alton Mental Health Center 4500 College Ave Business Office Alton, IL 62002 US Email: [email protected]
- Scope location
- Alton, IL
- Projected sq ft
- 15,100 sq ft
- Reported agency
- State of Illinois
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Illinois Department of Human Services | State of Illinois?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 19, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Alton Mental Health Center 4500 College Ave Business Office Alton, IL 62002 US Email: [email protected]. For questions, contact Candace Feller.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Illinois Department of Human Services | State of Illinois in IL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Candace Feller at (618) 474-3232. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Total project cost, Estimated start date, Estimated completion date, Description of geotextile fabric proposed, Source of topsoil, Type of sod proposed, Warranty period. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Total project cost, Estimated start date, Estimated completion date, Description of geotextile fabric proposed, Source of topsoil, Type of sod proposed, Warranty period. Review the full document from Illinois Department of Human Services | State of Illinois for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Alton, IL. The total projected area is 15100 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.