McLean County Highway Dept Wind Farm Roads Cover Seal Bid 2026 - 2026-S.S.W.F.
McLean CountyCounty · Bloomington, IL- Due
- Jan 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 5, 2026
- Duration
- 7 months
The 30-second brief
McLean County Highway Department is soliciting sealed bids for the 2026 Sapphire Sky Wind Farm Roads (A-1) project, Section Number 2026-S.S.W.F. The scope of work consists of an A-1 Cover Seal (bituminous surface treatment) on approximately 39.82 miles of existing bituminous surfaces across Bellflower and West Townships. Required materials include Bituminous Material HFRS-2P (approx. 163,922 gallons), Cover Coat Aggregate CA-14 Limestone (2,160 tons), and Seal Coat Aggregate CA-15/16 Gravel (3,800 tons). The project requires a 5% proposal bid bond and adherence to prevailing wage rates. Bids are due by 10:00 AM on January 27, 2026, at the McLean County Engineer's office in Bloomington, IL. All work must be completed by August 1, 2026.
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), Affidavit of Availability (BC 57)
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Summary
McLean County Highway Department is soliciting sealed bids for the 2026 Sapphire Sky Wind Farm Roads (A-1) project, Section Number 2026-S.S.W.F. The scope of work consists of an A-1 Cover Seal (bituminous surface treatment) on approximately 39.82 miles of existing bituminous surfaces across Bellflower and West Townships.
Required materials include Bituminous Material HFRS-2P (approx. 163,922 gallons), Cover Coat Aggregate CA-14 Limestone (2,160 tons), and Seal Coat Aggregate CA-15/16 Gravel (3,800 tons). The project requires a 5% proposal bid bond and adherence to prevailing wage rates. Bids are due by 10:00 AM on January 27, 2026, at the McLean County Engineer's office in Bloomington, IL. All work must be completed by August 1, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- 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)
- Affidavit of Availability (BC 57)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Schedule of Prices
- Proposal Bid Bond
- Apprenticeship and Training Program Certification
- Affidavit of Illinois Business Office
- Special Provisions
- Prevailing Wage Rates
REQUIRED STAFFING
Flaggers
- 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 January 27, 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.
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.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Flaggers. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
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), Affidavit of Availability (BC 57). 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 is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 7 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Schedule of Prices, Proposal Bid Bond, Apprenticeship and Training Program Certification, Affidavit of Illinois Business Office, Special Provisions, Prevailing Wage Rates. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. 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.