Illinois Department of Transportation River Grove Shared-Use Path Construction Bid 2026 - 025-61M58
Illinois Department of Transportation | State of IllinoisState · Springfield, IL- Due
- Sep 18, 2026
- Deadline passed
The 30-second brief
The Illinois Department of Transportation is soliciting bids for contract 025-61M58 to construct a shared-use path from Strieby Drive to Fullerton Avenue within the River Grove Forest Protection District. The project scope includes earth excavation, aggregate and HMA (Hot-Mix Asphalt) paving, precast concrete boardwalk installation, sidewalk construction, and traffic signal modernization. Specific pay items include tree removal, topsoil placement, seeding, erosion control, subbase granular material, and structural repair of concrete. The project is located in Cook County (Section 19-00037-02-BT) on the Des Plaines River Trail, Segment 7. Bids are due by the letting date of September 18, 2026, at 12:00 PM. The contract has a completion date of October 31, 2027, plus 10 working days, and includes a 5.00% DBE goal.
Shared-use path, Boardwalk, Sidewalk, Traffic signal modernization
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Summary
The Illinois Department of Transportation is soliciting bids for contract 025-61M58 to construct a shared-use path from Strieby Drive to Fullerton Avenue within the River Grove Forest Protection District.
The project scope includes earth excavation, aggregate and HMA (Hot-Mix Asphalt) paving, precast concrete boardwalk installation, sidewalk construction, and traffic signal modernization. Specific pay items include tree removal, topsoil placement, seeding, erosion control, subbase granular material, and structural repair of concrete. The project is located in Cook County (Section 19-00037-02-BT) on the Des Plaines River Trail, Segment 7. Bids are due by the letting date of September 18, 2026, at 12:00 PM. The contract has a completion date of October 31, 2027, plus 10 working days, and includes a 5.00% DBE goal.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Shared-use path
- Boardwalk
- Sidewalk
- Traffic signal modernization
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Plans and Special Provisions
- Pay Item Report
- Electronic Bidding (EBids)
REQUIRED STAFFING
Trainees
- Submit to
- Illinois Department of Transportation
- Scope location
- Cook County, IL
- Reported agency
- Illinois Department of Transportation
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Illinois Department of Transportation | State of Illinois?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 18, 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: Illinois Department of Transportation.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Illinois Department of Transportation | 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.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Trainees. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Shared-use path, Boardwalk, Sidewalk, Traffic signal modernization. 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: Plans and Special Provisions, Pay Item Report, Electronic Bidding (EBids). Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Illinois Department of Transportation | 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: Cook County, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.