McLean County Highway Department Seal Coat Bid 2026 - Section 26 SEAL CT GR2
McLean CountyCounty · Bloomington, IL- Due
- Mar 18, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 23, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jerry Stokes
The 30-second brief
The McLean County Highway Department is soliciting sealed bids for the 2026 Seal Coat project, Section 26 SEAL CT GR2. The scope of work involves the delivery and installation of bituminous materials and aggregates across various township roads north of IL Route 9. Specific materials include Bit Matls PG 52-28 (98,717 gallons), Bit Matls HFRS-2P (183,774 gallons), and various quantities of cover and seal coat aggregates (CA-14, CA-15/16, CM-16) totaling several thousand tons. Work includes surface cleaning, material application, and rolling across multiple townships including Anchor, Blue Mound, Chenoa, Cropsey, Danvers, Dry Grove, Gridley, Hudson, Lawndale, Lexington, Martin, Money Creek, Normal, Towanda, White Oak, and Yates. Bidders must be prequalified and provide a proposal guaranty (bid check) of at least 5% of the bid amount. Sealed proposals are due by 10:00 AM on March 18, 2026, at the office of the McLean County Engineer in Bloomington, IL.
BLR 12240 Proposal/Contract Cover, BLR 12201 Schedule of Prices, Proposal Guarantee Bid Check, BLR 12325 Apprenticeship or Training Program Certification, BLR 12326 Affidavit of Illinois Business Office, BC 261 Substance Abuse Prevention Program Certification
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on total price bid for each group.
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Summary
The McLean County Highway Department is soliciting sealed bids for the 2026 Seal Coat project, Section 26 SEAL CT GR2.
The scope of work involves the delivery and installation of bituminous materials and aggregates across various township roads north of IL Route 9. Specific materials include Bit Matls PG 52-28 (98,717 gallons), Bit Matls HFRS-2P (183,774 gallons), and various quantities of cover and seal coat aggregates (CA-14, CA-15/16, CM-16) totaling several thousand tons. Work includes surface cleaning, material application, and rolling across multiple townships including Anchor, Blue Mound, Chenoa, Cropsey, Danvers, Dry Grove, Gridley, Hudson, Lawndale, Lexington, Martin, Money Creek, Normal, Towanda, White Oak, and Yates. Bidders must be prequalified and provide a proposal guaranty (bid check) of at least 5% of the bid amount. Sealed proposals are due by 10:00 AM on March 18, 2026, at the office of the McLean County Engineer in Bloomington, IL.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on total price bid for each group.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- BLR 12240 Proposal/Contract Cover
- BLR 12201 Schedule of Prices
- Proposal Guarantee Bid Check
- BLR 12325 Apprenticeship or Training Program Certification
- BLR 12326 Affidavit of Illinois Business Office
- BC 261 Substance Abuse Prevention Program Certification
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Proposal Guaranty Check or Bid Bond
- Certificate of Insurance
- Affidavit of Availability (BC-57)
- Submit to
- 102 S. Towanda Barnes Road, Bloomington, IL 61705
- Scope location
- McLean County, IL
- Reported agency
- McLean County Highway Department
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from McLean County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 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: 102 S. Towanda Barnes Road, Bloomington, IL 61705. For questions, contact Jerry Stokes.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including McLean County 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 Jerry Stokes. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: BLR 12240 Proposal/Contract Cover, BLR 12201 Schedule of Prices, Proposal Guarantee Bid Check, BLR 12325 Apprenticeship or Training Program Certification, BLR 12326 Affidavit of Illinois Business Office, BC 261 Substance Abuse Prevention Program Certification. 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: "Lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on total price bid for each group." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from McLean County?
All active and historical solicitations from McLean County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, McLean County 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: Proposal Guaranty Check or Bid Bond, Certificate of Insurance, Affidavit of Availability (BC-57). Review the full document from McLean County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: McLean County, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.