Title
ITB 26-002- Public Works Optimization Project - Bid Group 1 (Reissue) - Bid Rejection
History
On January 6, 2026, the Village issued Invitation to Bid (ITB) 26-002 - Public Works Optimization Project - Bid Group 1 (Reissue), requesting bids from qualified general contractors for the construction of a new salt storage building and related items, including the relocation of an existing brine maker and tanks to the new salt building, paving of surrounding area to blend existing pavement to new salt building elevations, procurement of a backup generator and associated utility work, using Motor Fuel Tax (MFT) funds.
During the six (6) week bidding period, fifty-nine (59) firms downloaded partial or complete bid packages. Because this project is funded by MFT funds, bidders must comply with Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) bidding requirements. These requirements stipulate that the Prime Contractor must be IDOT pre-qualified, and the Prime Contractor must self-perform at least 51% of the work. These restrictions significantly limited the pool of prospective bidders.
ITB 26-002 was opened on February 17, 2026, at which point no bids were received. This represents the second issuance of this bid package with the same outcome. On December 15, 2025, ITB 25-042 - Public Works Optimization Project - Bid Group 1 was rejected by the Village Board after no bids were received.
Due to the insufficient number of bids received, staff recommends rejecting ITB 26-002. Public Works is currently considering alternate approaches for this project.
Financial Impact
None.
Recommended Action/Motion
I move to reject ITB 26-002- Public Works Optimization Project - Bid Group 1 (Reissue).