McLean County Highway Dept Perimeter Fencing Bid 2026 - Section 26-00600-06-FN
McLean CountyCounty · Bloomington, IL- Due
- Aug 28, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 14, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jerry Stokes
The 30-second brief
The McLean County Highway Dept is soliciting sealed bids for the installation of new perimeter fencing under Section Number 26-00600-06-FN. The project involves furnishing, relocating, and installing approximately 930 linear feet (LF) of 6-foot high galvanized chain link fence at 102 S. Towanda-Barnes Rd., Bloomington, IL. Specific tasks include installing 340 LF of new fencing (fabric, posts, rail, fittings) and relocating 586 LF of existing fence line components. The contractor is responsible for removing fabric and fittings from the existing fence, while the Highway Department will remove existing posts. Requirements include 3500# PSI structural concrete for all posts and a 3-foot wide walk-in gate relocation. Bids must be accompanied by a proposal guaranty (bid bond or check) for not less than 5% of the amount bid. Sealed proposals are due by 10:00 AM on August 28, 2026.
Material Proposal Schedule of Prices, Proposal Bid Bond or Check, Affidavit of Illinois Business Office
Total price bid for each group
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Summary
The McLean County Highway Dept is soliciting sealed bids for the installation of new perimeter fencing under Section Number 26-00600-06-FN. The project involves furnishing, relocating, and installing approximately 930 linear feet (LF) of 6-foot high galvanized chain link fence at 102 S. Towanda-Barnes Rd., Bloomington, IL. Specific tasks include installing 340 LF of new fencing (fabric, posts, rail, fittings) and relocating 586 LF of existing fence line components.
The contractor is responsible for removing fabric and fittings from the existing fence, while the Highway Department will remove existing posts. Requirements include 3500# PSI structural concrete for all posts and a 3-foot wide walk-in gate relocation. Bids must be accompanied by a proposal guaranty (bid bond or check) for not less than 5% of the amount bid. Sealed proposals are due by 10:00 AM on August 28, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Total price bid for each group
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Material Proposal Schedule of Prices
- Proposal Bid Bond or Check
- Affidavit of Illinois Business Office
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Proposal Guaranty Check
- Proposal Bid Bond
- Affidavit of Illinois Business Office
- Submit to
- 102 S. Towanda-Barnes Road, Bloomington, IL 61705
- Scope location
- Bloomington, IL
- Reported agency
- McLean County Highway Dept
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 August 28, 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: Material Proposal Schedule of Prices, Proposal Bid Bond or Check, Affidavit of Illinois Business Office. 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: "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, Proposal Bid Bond, Affidavit of Illinois Business Office. 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: Bloomington, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.