Project Information

Bid Title

Invitation to bid EDPL 3-2026 Ryan

Issuing Agency

City of Rock Island

Location

Illinois

Published Date

Jan 26, 2026

Closing Date

Feb 9, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

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Project Description

Bid Title:	Invitation to bid EDPL 3-2026 Ryan
Category:	Housing Programs
Status:	Open

Description: Invitation to bid bathroom remodel and porch railings located at 2416 10th Street, Rock Island. Publication Date/Time: 1/26/2026 12:00 am Closing Date/Time: 2/9/2026 2:00 pm Contact Person: Jeff Laxton Related Documents: Invitation to bid EDPL 3-2026 Ryan

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Invitation to Bid-Posted Date

Bath Room remodel & Porch railings.

2416 10th Street

EDPL 3 -2026

Introduction

The City of Rock Island is requesting bids from contractors for a rehabilitation project at a house located

at 2416 10th Street. This owner-occupied property will be undergoing rehabilitation using Housing and

Urban Development (HUD) funds to ameliorate deteriorating and deteriorated conditions. All work shall

be subject to HUD 35.930 and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations. Contractors who are

interested in this project will need to schedule a site visit with the homeowner, Marilyn Ryan, by calling

them at 309-721-2875, prior to submitting the bid. Sealed bids must be received on or before February

9th 2p.m. They shall be addressed and marked as follows.

CED Department

Attn: Jeff Laxton

1528 3rd Avenue

Rock Island, IL 61201

ENCLOSED: 2416 10th Street Bid

Bids may be mailed or delivered in person. Late bids shall not be opened. All sealed bids shall be opened

on 2/9/2026 by 2p.m. at City Hall in the CED Department offices. Contractors who have submitted bids

may attend but are not required to do so. A bid tabulation shall be posted online afterward. All

questions shall be directed to the Construction Officer at 309-732-2906.

Scope of Work

The bidder shall submit a project plan using the design standards below that is in compliance with all

applicable HUD, EPA, and State of Illinois regulations as well as all local building and zoning codes. The

plan must include a clear project timeline and budget with line item costs. The contractor shall act as the

general contractor for the project using subcontractors as required. Subcontractors that will be required

should be clearly identified in the project plan.

Remove the existing wall that surrounds the bath tub. Remove the toilet and discard. Check the

existing flange making sure it’s secured into solid wood. Remove the existing drywall around the tub

and remove the existing tub and surround. Install shower unit that will work leaving the window

intact. Add backing in for ADA grab bars. There are two locations they will need installed. Insulate

any open cavities with kraft insulation, using the highest R value the cavities will allow. Install new

Walk in ADA shower with built in surrounds. Install a moisture rated drywall rated for wet areas.

Mud and tape the new board blending into existing drywall. Once this has been finished with a light

final sanding cover with an ultra-hide wall primer. Install new grab bars in two locations that must

hold 300 lbs. of applied pressure. No shower curtain or shower doors are need for this project. Install

a new high-rise efficiency toilet. Remove the existing vanity fixture. Install new Delta vanity fixture.

Add insulation to the basement box seal where it is missing. R19 kraft tightly fitted in the pockets.

Install a metal grate over the egress window on the north side of the house. Install a plastic

removable lid incorporated with the metal grating. This must be capable of supporting 300 lbs. yet

be able to be remove by a child in case of emergency. There appears to be an escape ladder in the

tunnel.

Remove the front porch railings. Install a construction grade 2x4 in line with existing porch columns.

You will need to remove the siding on the wall for this. Once the is secured use white break metal to

incapsulate. Install new horizontal railings to the column. Install 4 new newel post on the steps

securing to the concrete. Finally install a new railing on both sides of the steps. The main columns

supporting the little roof appear to be in good condition.

Plumbing and Building permits are required before work begins.

Alternative specifications shall be considered only if they are clearly justified, cost effective, and meet

all project objectives. The contractor shall have 30 days to complete the work from the date of contract

signing. Change work orders over the course of the project are strongly discouraged.

Bidder Qualifications & Requirements

1. Bidders must be currently licensed with the Illinois Secretary of State, bonded, and insured.

2. Bidders must have or be able to obtain all applicable licenses and permits in addition to meeting

all local, state, and federal requirements to perform requested work. Contractors maybe

required additional plans upon permit submittals.

3. Bidders must have and provide proof of General Liability, Vehicle, and Workers Compensation

Insurances and name the City of Rock Island as a Certificate Holder.

4. Bidders must own or be able to rent sufficient equipment to complete the work.

5. Contractor maybe required to supply additional plans or stamped drawings for a plan

review. Which maybe need to obtain a building permit.

Preparation of Bid

Each bid must be submitted on paper and delivered in a sealed envelope. Said envelope shall be clearly

labeled with “ENCLOSED: 2416 10th Street.” The bid must clearly address all requirements as described

above. The cost of the work must be separated into line items with individual costs in addition to

providing a total project cost. Labor costs and material costs must be clearly delineated. The company

name, federal tax ID number, SAMs entity number, contact person, email, phone number, and a date

with signature are all required as well.

Awarding Contracts

The lowest bid shall not automatically guarantee that a contractor will get the work they bid on. Bids

shall be reviewed for pricing, experience, previous work history, references, State Licenses, State

Registration, insurances, bonds, subcontractors, equipment owned, equipment rented, operator

experience, and financial stability. The City at its sole discretion shall decide after a review which

contractor, if any, is responsive to the invitation to bid. All bidding and award procedures undertaken by

the City in regard to this project shall be consistent with the City’s adopted procurement procedures.

Submitted bid prices shall remain valid for 60 days after bid opening.

Bidder Responsibility

Bidders shall keep the bidding process confidential. Each bidder shall be fully acquainted with conditions

relating to the site, the scope of work, any current EPA and HUD regulations pertaining to the work, and

restrictions associated with acceptable execution of requested work. Failure or omission of the bidder to

acquaint themselves with site conditions shall in no way relieve them of any obligation with respect to

their bid or subsequent contract.

Federal, State, and Local Reporting Compliance

The contractor shall provide financial and programmatic information as required by the City of Rock

Island to comply with all Federal, State, and local law reporting requirements. The contractor shall also

adhere to all applicable Federal, State and local regulations including but not limited to the following.

• US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): 40 CFR 745

• US Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA): 29 CFR 1926

Contact Information

The primary contact person for this project is the City’s Construction Officer.

Jeff Laxton

CED Department

1528 3rd Avenue

Rock Island, IL 61201

309-732-2906

laxton.jeff@rigov.org

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