McHenry County Conservation District Queen Anne Prairie Habitat Restoration Bid 0826.08.02 - 2026
Mchenry County Conservation DistrictSpecial District · Woodstock, IL- Due
- Sep 18, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 27, 2026
- Primary contact
- John R Peters
- (815) 678-4532
The 30-second brief
The McHenry County Conservation District is soliciting sealed bids for the Queen Anne Prairie Silver Creek Habitat Restoration and Flood Reduction Invasive Brush and Tree Removal Project (Bid #0826.08.02). The scope of work includes all labor, equipment, and materials for clearing invasive brush and trees on approximately 34 +/- acres at the Queen Anne Prairie Conservation Area. Specific project areas include Area A (19 acres for mowing/cutting), Area B (14 acres for cutting only), and Area C (debris removal along stream banks). The project is funded by federal grants and requires compliance with 2 CFR Part 200 and prevailing wage rates (Davis-Bacon Act). A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for August 31, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the work site (4024 N Queen Anne Rd, Woodstock, IL). Bids are due by 10:00 a.m. on September 18, 2026. Requirements include a 10% bid security, performance bond, and labor/material payment bond.
Bidder's Proposal, Bidder's Sworn Acknowledgment, Bidder's Sworn Work History Statement, Subcontractor List, Bid Bond, Surety/Insurance Commitment Letters
Price Proposal, Prior experience, Performance on relevant projects
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Summary
The McHenry County Conservation District is soliciting sealed bids for the Queen Anne Prairie Silver Creek Habitat Restoration and Flood Reduction Invasive Brush and Tree Removal Project (Bid #0826.08.02).
The scope of work includes all labor, equipment, and materials for clearing invasive brush and trees on approximately 34 +/- acres at the Queen Anne Prairie Conservation Area. Specific project areas include Area A (19 acres for mowing/cutting), Area B (14 acres for cutting only), and Area C (debris removal along stream banks). The project is funded by federal grants and requires compliance with 2 CFR Part 200 and prevailing wage rates (Davis-Bacon Act). A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for August 31, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the work site (4024 N Queen Anne Rd, Woodstock, IL). Bids are due by 10:00 a.m. on September 18, 2026. Requirements include a 10% bid security, performance bond, and labor/material payment bond.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Price Proposal
- Prior experience
- Performance on relevant projects
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Bidder's Proposal
- Bidder's Sworn Acknowledgment
- Bidder's Sworn Work History Statement
- Subcontractor List
- Bid Bond
- Surety/Insurance Commitment Letters
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Attachment A: Supplemental Schedule of Contract Terms
- Attachment B: Specifications
- Attachment C: List of Drawings/Maps
- Attachment D: Special Project Requirements
- Attachment E: Form of Performance Bond
- Attachment F: Form of Material and Labor Payment Bond
- Attachment G: Certificate of Insurance
- Attachment H: Prevailing Wage Rate Information
- Attachment I: Substance Abuse Prevention Certification
- Attachment J: Sexual Harassment Provision Certification
- Attachment K: Anticollusion Compliance Affidavit
- Submit to
- Lost Valley Visitor Center, 6310 Harts Road, Ringwood, IL 60072
- Scope location
- Woodstock, IL
- Reported agency
- McHenry County Conservation District
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Mchenry County Conservation District?
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: Lost Valley Visitor Center, 6310 Harts Road, Ringwood, IL 60072. For questions, contact John R Peters.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Mchenry County Conservation District 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 John R Peters at (815) 678-4532. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bidder's Proposal, Bidder's Sworn Acknowledgment, Bidder's Sworn Work History Statement, Subcontractor List, Bid Bond, Surety/Insurance Commitment Letters. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Price Proposal, Prior experience, Performance on relevant projects" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Mchenry County Conservation District?
All active and historical solicitations from Mchenry County Conservation District are tracked and searchable. As a special district agency, Mchenry County Conservation District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Attachment A: Supplemental Schedule of Contract Terms, Attachment B: Specifications, Attachment C: List of Drawings/Maps, Attachment D: Special Project Requirements, Attachment E: Form of Performance. Review the full document from Mchenry County Conservation District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Woodstock, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.