Bids and Proposals
Doing Business with the Forest Preserve District
While Forest Preserve District of DuPage County employees perform most of the maintenance and operation of District land and facilities, the District may employ contractors for large construction or restoration projects.
The Forest Preserve District purchases required goods and services in conformance with Illinois state law, the DuPage County Purchasing Ordinance, related resolutions of the Board of Commissioners and administrative policies. The District makes requirements for purchases under $20,000 in accordance with established procedures for small-dollar purchases and informal quotations. For purchases over $20,000, it advertises formal bid announcements in local newspapers and may also list them in the Current Bid and Proposal Announcements section below.
When a supplier is aware of a solicitation, it should contact the office listed on the announcement to request a bid document. The Forest Preserve District Board of Commissioners reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive technicalities.
Current Bid and Proposal Announcements
The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is currently seeking bids and proposals on the following projects.
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PUBLIC ACCESS IMPROVEMENTS AT ST. JAMES FARM FOREST PRESERVE
BID DUE: Wednesday, May 30, 2012, 1:00 P.M.
Sealed bids will be received at the main office of the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County, 3S580 Naperville Road, Wheaton, Illinois, 60189-8761 until 1:00 P.M. on May 30, 2012 and will be publicly opened at that time and location, for a project entitled the "Public Access Improvements at St. James Farm Forest Preserve". The bids must be accompanied by a 10% bid security. The project consists of construction of 2,000 LF of asphalt roadway and 55,000 SF of permeable paver parking lot at St. James Farm Forest Preserve northeast of the intersection of Butterfield and Winfield Roads in Warrenville, IL. The purpose of the project is to provide a new public access off of Winfield Road into the preserve. The primary components of work include 14,956 CY of earth excavation, 11,595 CY of topsoil excavation and placement, 5,482 CY of furnished excavation, 5,040 CY of removal and disposal of unsuitable material, 6,510 CY of aggregate subgrade, 1,040 CY porous granular embankment, 6,508 SY of asphalt, 5,450 SY of permeable pavers, 2,600 feet of curb and gutter, 7,416 feet of pavement marking, 3,365 SF of PCC sidewalk, 614 LF of storm sewer/culvert installation and associated storm sewer structures, 2.17 acres of site restoration/seeding and various other related items such as tree removals and temporary erosion control measures.
A NON-MANDATORY pre-bid meeting will be held at 1:30 PM on May 16, 2012 at 3S580 Naperville Road, Wheaton, Illinois, 60189-8761. Consideration of contract award will likely be made on June 19, 2012.
Plans, specifications, and bid forms may be purchased for $30.00, on or after May 2, 2012, at the above address between 8:00 A.M. and 4:30 P.M., Mon.-Fri. The Forest Preserve Commission reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive technicalities. The construction estimate is $1,765,000. Any questions should be directed to Brock Lovelace, Civil Engineer, at (630) 933-7234.
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Danada Forest Preserve Headquarters Enhancements
BID DUE: Wednesday, May 9, 2012, 2:30 p.m.
Sealed bids will be received at the main office of the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County, 3S580 Naperville Road, Wheaton, Illinois, 60189-8761 until 2:30 p.m., Wednesday, May 9, 2012 and will be publicly opened at that time and location, for a project entitled "Danada Forest Preserve Headquarters Enhancements." The bids must be accompanied by a 10% bid security. Main components of work involve 641 CY of earth excavation, the removal of 100 shrubs, 8 trees, and 209 s.f. standard concrete, as well as the installation of 700 s.f. of standard concrete, bicycle racks, 77 shrubs (5 gal.) and 3,123 perennial plugs (#SP3), and 641 CY amended soils.
A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held at 1:30 p.m., Monday, April 30, 2012 at the District main office at 3S580 Naperville Road, Wheaton, Illinois. Consideration of contract award will likely be made on Tuesday, June 5, 2012.
Plans, specifications, and bid forms may be purchased for $25.00 on CD-ROM at the above address between 8:00 A.M. and 4:30 P.M., Mon.-Fri. The Forest Preserve Commission reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive technicalities. The Project Manager’s estimate is approximately $150,000.00.
Any questions should be directed to the Owner’s Project Manager, Karen Gray, at (630) 933-7237.
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CONTRACTING SERVICES TO PERFORM SELECTIVE DEMOLITION, ASBESTOS ABATEMENT, HAULING, LEGAL DISPOSAL, GRADING, TREE AND SHRUB REMOVAL, AND RESTORATION AT THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3N748 VALLEY VIEW RD. BLOOMINGDALE, IN THE EAST BRANCH FOREST PRESERVE
BID DUE: Wednesday, May 2, 2012, 9:00 a.m.
BID OPEN: Wednesday, May 2, 2012, 9:05 a.m.
Sealed bids for a project entitled “CONTRACTING SERVICES TO PERFORM SELECTIVE DEMOLITION, ASBESTOS ABATEMENT, HAULING, LEGAL DISPOSAL, GRADING, TREE AND SHRUB REMOVAL, AND RESTORATION AT THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3N748 VALLEY VIEW RD. BLOOMINGDALE, IN THE EAST BRANCH FOREST PRESERVE” will be received at the Headquarters of the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County3S580 Naperville Rd., Il., 60189, until 9 a.m. local time, Wednesday, May 2, 2012. Bids will then be publicly opened and read aloud in the same location at 9:05 a.m. Contractor must provide labor, equipment and supplies as described in the bid packet. Bids on all work of this contract shall be subject to the provisions of the "Illinois Prevailing Wage Act" (Illinois Revised Statutes, Chapter 48, Section 39S - 1-12). A mandatory pre-bid conference will be conducted on Friday, April 27th, 2012 at 2:15 p.m. onsite at 3N748 Valley View Rd. Bloomingdale, Il. (check-in at 2:00 p.m.). Consideration of contract award will be made by the District’s Board of Commissioners. Specifications and bid forms may be obtained at the District Headquarters at the above Headquarters’ address. The Forest Preserve Commission reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive technicalities.
FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT OF DUPAGE COUNTY
3S580 NAPERVILLE ROAD
WHEATON, IL 60189-5000
ATTENTION: ERIC SCHMIDT
630-933-7075 8AM - 3PM.
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Contracting Services for the Roof Replacement, Installation of a Lightning Arrestor System and Possible Repair of the Three (3) Chimneys of the Graue House
BID DUE: Tuesday, May 8, 2012, 2:30 p.m.
BID OPEN: Monday, May 8, 2012, 2:35 p.m.
Sealed bids for a project entitled “Contracting Services for the Roof Replacement, Installation of a Lightning Arrestor System and Possible Repair of the Three (3) Chimneys of the Graue House” will be received at the Structural Maintenance Blackwell Shop office of the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County, 29W400 Mack Rd., West Chicago, IL 60185 until 2:30 P.M. Local Time, Tuesday, May 8, 2012. Bids will then be publicly opened and read aloud in the same location at 2:35 P.M. Main components of work include: Roof replacement of the Graue House, installation of a lightning arrester system and possible repairs to three (3) chimneys. Contractor must provide labor, equipment and supplies, (as described in the bid packet). Bids on all work of this contract shall be subject to the provisions of the "Illinois Prevailing Wage Act" (Illinois Revised Statutes, Chapter 48, Section 39S - 1-12).
A MANDATORY pre-bid conference will be held at 8:30 A.M. on Thursday, April 19, 2012 at the Fullersburg Forest Preserve located at 3800 South York Rd., Oak Brook, IL. Consideration of contract award will be made by the District’s Board of Commissioners. Specifications and bid forms may be obtained at the Structural Maintenance office at the above Mack Road address. The Forest Preserve Commission reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive technicalities.
ATTENTION: WAYNE MIKLAUTSCH
FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT OF DUPAGE COUNTY
29W400 MACK ROAD
WEST CHICAGO, IL 60185
(630) 876-5910 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
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Contracting Services for Gutter Installation and Roof Replacements within the St. James Farm Forest Preserve
BID DUE: Monday, May 7, 2012, 2:30 p.m.
BID OPEN: Monday, May 7, 2012, 2:35 p.m.
Sealed bids for a project entitled “Contracting Services for Gutter Installation and Roof Replacements within the St. James Farm Forest Preserve” will be received at the Structural Maintenance Blackwell Shop office of the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County, 29W400 Mack Rd., West Chicago, IL 60185 until 2:30 P.M. Local Time, Monday, May 7, 2012. Bids will then be publicly opened and read aloud in the same location at 2:35 P.M. Main components of work include: Roof replacement of the Red Brick Stable and the Corn Crib, and gutters and downspouts to be installed on the Equipment Shed. Contractor must provide labor, equipment and supplies, (as described in the bid packet). Bids on all work of this contract shall be subject to the provisions of the "Illinois Prevailing Wage Act" (Illinois Revised Statutes, Chapter 48, Section 39S - 1-12).
A MANDATORY pre-bid conference will be held at 8:30 A.M. on Tuesday, April 17, 2012 at the St. James Farm Forest Preserve located at 2S541 Winfield Rd., Warrenville, IL. Consideration of contract award will be made by the District’s Board of Commissioners. Specifications and bid forms may be obtained at the Structural Maintenance office at the above Mack Road address. The Forest Preserve Commission reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive technicalities.
ATTENTION: WAYNE MIKLAUTSCH
FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT OF DUPAGE COUNTY
29W400 MACK ROAD
WEST CHICAGO, IL 60185
(630) 876-5910 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
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BLACKWELL ROAD & PARKING LOT MAINTENANCE
BID DUE: Friday, April 20, 2012, 10:00 a.m.
Sealed bids will be received at the main office of the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County, 3S580 Naperville Road, Wheaton, Illinois, 60189-8761 until 10:00 AM on April 20, 2012 and will be publicly opened at that time and location, for a project entitled "Blackwell Road & Parking Lot Maintenance." The bids must be accompanied by a 10% bid security. The project involves the demolition and replacement of existing concrete curbing at the Blackwell Forest Preserve archery complex. The major scope of work, including alternates, consists of the removal of 870 LF of curb & gutter with 975 LF of saw cutting. In addition it will include the installation of approximately 870 LF of curb & gutter and approximately 350 SF of concrete stormwater runoff aprons.
A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held at 11:00 AM on April 16, 2012 at the Blackwell Forest Preserve at the archery complex at the south base of Mount Hoy in Warrenville, Illinois. Meet at the picnic shelter on the west side of Sand Pond just east of the parking lot. Consideration of contract award will likely be made on May 1, 2012.
Plans, specifications, and bid forms may be purchased for $25.00 on CD-ROM at the above address between 8:00 A.M. and 4:30 P.M., Mon.-Fri. The Forest Preserve Commission reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive technicalities. The engineer’s estimate for the base bid is $25,000. Any questions should be directed to Jon Melin, Preserve Planner, at (630)-462-8709.
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STRATEGIC PLANNING – GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS AND EFFICIENCIES
QUALIFICATION STATEMENTS DUE: Wednesday, May 9, 2012, 4:30 p.m.
Qualification Statements will be received at the main office of the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County, D. “Dewey” Pierotti, Jr., c/o RFQ Review Committee, 3 South 580 Naperville Road, Wheaton, Illinois, 60189-8761 (no qualifications sent via facsimile or electronic mail will be accepted) until 4:30 p.m., Wednesday, May 9, 2012, for a project entitled “Strategic Planning – Government Operations and Efficiencies.” The purpose of the Request for Qualifications is to select a “Respondent” with experience working with forest preserve districts or similar units of local government, and/or private entities responsible for the management of diverse parks and recreation areas, to provide strategic analysis and planning services designed to improve the efficiency of the District’s governmental services.
Qualification requirement packets may be picked up at the above address between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday, or emailed upon request by calling 630 933-7225. The RFQ Review Committee will rate the qualification statements and a contract will be negotiated for professional services with the most qualified firm per the Illinois Local Government Professional Services Selection Act (50 ILCS 510). The Request for Qualifications shall not create any legal obligations on the District to evaluate any proposal that is submitted or to enter into any contract or other agreement with any party who submits a qualification except on terms and conditions the District, in its sole and absolute discretion, deems to be satisfactory and desirable. The right is reserved by the District to reject any and all qualifications.
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DISTRICT-WIDE CUSTODIAL SERVICES
BID DUE: Friday, April 26, 2012, 2:00 p.m.
BID OPENING: Friday, April 26, 2012, 2:35 p.m.
Sealed bids for a project entitled "DISTRICT-WIDE CUSTODIAL SERVICES" will be received at the Structural Maintenance Blackwell Shop office of the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County, 29W400 Mack Rd., West Chicago, IL 60185 until 2:30 P.M. Local Time, Thursday, April 26, 2012 and will be publicly opened on Thursday, April 26, 2012 at 2:35 P.M. Main components of work include: Provide labor, equipment and supplies (as described in the bid packet) for cleaning services at various District buildings. This is a three (3) year contract. Contractor may bid on one or all locations.
A MANDATORY pre-bid walkthru will be held at 8:30 A.M. on Thursday, April 12, 2012, starting at the Danada Headquarters lobby, 3S580 Naperville Rd., Wheaton, IL. Consideration of contract award will be made by the District’s Board of Commissioners. Specifications and bid forms may be obtained at the Structural Maintenance office at the above Mack Rd. address. The Forest Preserve Commission reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive technicalities.
Contact Information:
ATTENTION: WAYNE MIKLAUTSCH
FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT OF DUPAGE COUNTY
29W400 MACK ROAD
WEST CHICAGO, IL 60185
(630) 876-5910 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
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REHABILITATION CAGE FENCING REPLACEMENT AT WILLOWBROOK WILDLIFE CENTER
BID DUE: Friday, April 13, 2012, 1:00 p.m.
BID OPENING: Friday, April 13, 2012, 1:35 P.m.
Sealed bids for a project entitled "REHABILITATION CAGE FENCING REPLACEMENT AT WILLOWBROOK WILDLIFE CENTER" will be received at the Structural Maintenance Blackwell Shop office of the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County, 29W400 Mack Rd., West Chicago, IL 60185 until 1:30 P.M. Local Time, Friday, April 13, 2012, and will be publicly opened on Friday, April 13, 2012, at 1:35 P.M. Main components of work include: removal and replacement of chain-link sides (sub-grade) and roof on a 40’x80’ animal rehab cage (as described in the bid packet).
A MANDATORY pre-bid walkthrough will be held at 9:00A.M., Friday April 6, 2012, at the Willowbrook Wildlife Center 525 S. Park Blvd., Glen Ellyn, IL. Work will need to be completed by the end of May 2012. Consideration of contract award will be made by the District’s Board of Commissioners. Specifications and bid forms may be obtained at the Structural Maintenance office at the above Mack Rd. address. The Forest Preserve Commission reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive technicalities.
Contact Information:
ATTENTION: JASON BERGER
FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT OF DUPAGE COUNTY
29W400 MACK ROAD
WEST CHICAGO, IL 60185
(630) 876-5910 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
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SEWER TV INSPECTION SYSTEM
BID DUE: Monday, April 16, 2012,11:00 a.m.
BID OPENING: Monday, April 16, 2012,11:30 a.m.
Sealed bids for the purpose of purchasing one (1) Sewer TV Inspection System will be received at the offices of the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County, P.O. Box 5000, Wheaton, IL 60189-5000 (mailing address), 3 South 580 Naperville Road, Wheaton, IL 60187-8761 (physical address) until 11:00 A.M. local time, Monday, April 16, 2012 and opened at 11:30 A.M., April 16, 2012 at the Forest Preserve District offices.
Invitation to bid, specifications, and bid forms can be obtained at the above address or call PEG BAMBACH, (630) 876-5920 to obtain a bid package. The Forest Preserve Commission reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive technicalities.
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DISTRICT-WIDE PORTABLE RESTROOM SERVICES
BID DUE: Friday, April 13, 2012, 2:30 p.m.
BID OPENING: Friday, April 13, 2012 2:35 p.m.
Sealed bids for a project entitled "DISTRICT-WIDE PORTABLE RESTROOM SERVICES" will be received at the Structural Maintenance Blackwell Shop office of the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County, 29W400 Mack Rd., West Chicago, IL 60185 until 2:30 P.M. Local Time, Friday, April 13, 2012 and will be publicly opened on Friday, April 13, 2012 at 2:35 P.M. Main components of work include: rental and cleaning/servicing of portable restroom units at various preserves (as described in the bid packet) throughout the DuPage County Forest Preserves. This is a three (3) year contract. Contractor must bid on all locations. Consideration of contract award will be made by the District’s Board of Commissioners. Specifications and bid forms may be obtained at the Structural Maintenance office at the above Mack Rd. address. The Forest Preserve Commission reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive technicalities.
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District Wide BMP Mitigation
BID DUE: Wednesday, April 4, 2012, 1:30 p.m.
The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is currently seeking bid proposals for the “District Wide BMP Mitigation – Blackwell, Danada, East Branch, Herrick Lake, and Timber Ridge Forest Preserves” project. The project consists of two seasonal mowings, selective herbicide application targeting non-native and invasive species on approximately 2.75 acres at Blackwell, 0.7 acres at Danada, 1.4 acres at East Branch, 8.2 acres at Herrick Lake, and 3.7 acres at Timber Ridge Forest Preserves. In addition, interseeding of native seed mixes on approximately 1.32 acres at Blackwell and 7.9 acres at Herrick Lake Forest Preserves.
The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is currently seeking bid proposals for the “District Wide BMP Mitigation – Blackwell, Danada, East Branch, Herrick Lake, and Timber Ridge Forest Preserves” project. The project consists of two seasonal mowings, selective herbicide application targeting non-native and invasive species on approximately 2.75 acres at Blackwell, 0.7 acres at Danada, 1.4 acres at East Branch, 8.2 acres at Herrick Lake, and 3.7 acres at Timber Ridge Forest Preserves. In addition, interseeding of native seed mixes on approximately 1.32 acres at Blackwell and 7.9 acres at Herrick Lake Forest Preserves.
Bid documents may be examined and purchased on or after March 21, 2012 from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM Monday-Friday at the District’s Headquarters building at 3S580 Naperville Road, Wheaton, Illinois, 60189. A non-refundable payment of $20.00 is required for purchase of each set of bid documents on CD-ROM. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting for interested contractors is scheduled for March 27, 2012 at 1:30 PM at the FPDDC Headquarters. Meet in the Prairie Room.
Bids are due at 1:30 PM on April 4, 2012, and must be accompanied by a 10% bid security. Consideration of contract award will likely be made on May 1, 2012. Direct any questions to Matt Rauch, Project Planner, at (630) 871-6424. The engineer’s estimate is $110,000.
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