# Illinois BidBuy #27-494DOT-FINAD-B-53916

IDOT District 5 Septic Tank Clean-Out Services for Four Interstate Rest Areas

**Posted:** September 18, 2026
**Respond By:** October 06, 2026
**Identifier:** 27-494DOT-FINAD-B-53916
**NAICS:** 562991

Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) District 5 is seeking septic tank clean-out services for four interstate rest areas.
- Government Buyer:
  - Illinois Department of Transportation, District 5
  - Managed by Finance & Administration, Budget & Fiscal Management
- Locations:
  - Farmland Rest Area (Eastbound)
  - Salt Kettle Rest Area (Westbound)
  - Illini Prairie Rest Area (Northbound)
  - Illini Prairie Rest Area (Southbound)
- Services Requested:
  - Pumping septic holding tanks when they reach 1/4 to 1/3 capacity
  - 24/7 emergency service with 2-hour response time
  - Regular, overtime, and holiday hours
  - Compliance with safety requirements (ANSI Class II Safety Vests or better)
  - Coordination with Department staff
- Contract Details:
  - Initial term of two years, with up to three renewal options (total contract not to exceed 10 years)
  - Vendors must bid on all line items
  - Subcontracting is not allowed
  - Proof of insurance required
- No specific OEMs or vendors named; opportunity is open to all qualified providers
- Notable Requirements:
  - Emergency response capability
  - Strict safety and regulatory compliance
  - Rest area closures for up to five consecutive days for service, with restrictions around major travel holidays

### Description

This solicitation is a rebid procurement for septic system services at four rest areas in Illinois Department of Transportation District 5. The services include clean-out of septic holding tanks at Farmland Rest Area - East Bound, Salt Kettle Rest Area - West Bound, Illini Prairie Rest Area - North Bound, and Illini Prairie Rest Area - South Bound. The vendor is required to pump the septic tanks when they reach a certain fill level and comply with specified work hours and safety requirements. The contract period is from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2028.

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