Evanston Township Granicus #26-32

City of Evanston 2026 Alley and Pedestrian Crossing Improvements Solicitation

The City of Evanston, Illinois is seeking bids for its 2026 Alley and Pedestrian Crossing Improvements project, which covers multiple locations across the city. - Government Buyer: - City of Evanston, Public Works Agency, Purchasing Office - Contact: Cheryl Stuart - Scope of Work: - Alley improvements at three locations - Pedestrian crossing enhancements at four intersections - Citywide installation of speed humps and alley bumps - Sidewalk and curb improvements - Products and Materials Requested: - Portland Cement Concrete Pavement (8" thick), concrete sidewalks (5"), and driveway pavement (6") - Speed humps (400 units) and speed bumps (80 units) - Flashing LED pedestrian crossing assemblies (6), RRFB sign assemblies (3), APS button assemblies (2), in-street signs, and tubular flexible delineators (30) - Thermoplastic pavement markings (various widths and symbols), painted curbs (252 units) - Storm sewers (various diameters), catch basins, manholes, inlets - Earth excavation, granular materials, aggregate base, topsoil, sodding, and protective sealer - Removal and replacement of existing pavement, curbs, sidewalks, and signage - Notable Requirements: - Bidders must be prequalified by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and submit a Certificate of Eligibility - Compliance with local employment, M/W/D/EBE participation goals, and prevailing wage laws - Safety certifications required - 5% bid bond and 100% performance/material & labor payment bond - Electronic bid submission via DemandStar - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or proprietary brands are named; products are described by material and function - Period of Performance: - Contract runs from award through November 20, 2026 - Pedestrian crossings must be completed before the school year starts - Substantial completion dates for alleys and speed humps/bumps are specified - Locations: - Work at multiple alleys and intersections throughout Evanston, including: - Alley North of Payne, East of Hartrey Avenue - Alley North of Clinton Place, East of Orrington Avenue - Alley North of Simpson Street, East of Pioneer Avenue - Emerson Street & Hartrey Avenue, Emerson Street & Dewey Avenue, Foster Street & Dodge Avenue, McCormick Street & Prairie Avenue - Citywide speed hump and bump installation

Description

This solicitation is for the 2026 Alley and Pedestrian Crossing Improvements project in Evanston. The work includes all labor, equipment, and materials for alley improvements, pedestrian crossing improvements, sidewalk improvements, and installation of speed humps and alley bumps. Bidders must be prequalified by the Illinois Department of Transportation and provide a Certificate of Eligibility. The contract period extends through November 20, 2026, with electronic bid submission required via DemandStar.

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