McLean County Highway Dept Ireland Grove Road Improvements Bid 26-00062-01-SC 2026
McLean CountyCounty · Bloomington, IL- Due
- Mar 31, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 10, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jerry Stokes
The 30-second brief
The McLean County Highway Department is soliciting sealed bids for road improvements on Ireland Grove Rd (CH 28) from 2100 East Rd to 2250 North Rd, designated as Section 26-00062-01-SC. The project scope includes 1.52 miles of work consisting of earth excavation (widening), pulverizing 6 inches of existing bituminous surface, adding 2 inches of CA-6/10 crushed limestone rock, base preparation, and application of a new bituminous A-3 modified surface treatment. Specific pay items include 1149 Cu Yd of earth excavation, 16000 Sq Yd of pulverization, and various bituminous materials (MC-30, PG 52-28, HFRS-2P). Bids are due by 10:00 AM on March 31, 2026, at the McLean County Highway Department office in Bloomington, IL. The project has a required completion date of August 14, 2026, and requires a 5% proposal bid bond or guaranty check.
Local Public Agency Formal Contract Proposal (BLR 12200), Schedule of Prices (BLR 12201), Proposal Bid Bond (BLR 12230), Apprenticeship or Training Program Certification (BLR 12325), Affidavit of Illinois Business Office (BLR 12326)
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
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Summary
The McLean County Highway Department is soliciting sealed bids for road improvements on Ireland Grove Rd (CH 28) from 2100 East Rd to 2250 North Rd, designated as Section 26-00062-01-SC. The project scope includes 1.52 miles of work consisting of earth excavation (widening), pulverizing 6 inches of existing bituminous surface, adding 2 inches of CA-6/10 crushed limestone rock, base preparation, and application of a new bituminous A-3 modified surface treatment.
Specific pay items include 1149 Cu Yd of earth excavation, 16000 Sq Yd of pulverization, and various bituminous materials (MC-30, PG 52-28, HFRS-2P). Bids are due by 10:00 AM on March 31, 2026, at the McLean County Highway Department office in Bloomington, IL. The project has a required completion date of August 14, 2026, and requires a 5% proposal bid bond or guaranty check.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Local Public Agency Formal Contract Proposal (BLR 12200)
- Schedule of Prices (BLR 12201)
- Proposal Bid Bond (BLR 12230)
- Apprenticeship or Training Program Certification (BLR 12325)
- Affidavit of Illinois Business Office (BLR 12326)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Proposal Guaranty Check
- Proposal Bid Bond
- Affidavit of Availability (Form BC 57)
- Submit to
- 102 S Towanda Barnes Rd, 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 31, 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 Rd, 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: Local Public Agency Formal Contract Proposal (BLR 12200), Schedule of Prices (BLR 12201), Proposal Bid Bond (BLR 12230), Apprenticeship or Training Program Certification (BLR 12325), Affidavit of Illinois Business Office (BLR 12326). 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" 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, Proposal Bid Bond, Affidavit of Availability (Form 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.