This is a service / maintenance or supply contract in Rockford, Illinois. Contact the soliciting agency for additional information.

The City of Rockford, Illinois is seeking vendors to provide laborers and heavy equipment and/or hauling vehicles with operators for the purpose of, but not limited to, drainage improvements and channel improvements in natural or manmade waterways, roadside ditches or City right-of-way projects. These projects are generally small (one week or less) in nature however the scope and duration of work will ultimately be determined by the City Engineer or his designee. Clearing of natural waterways may have durations of longer than one week. Bid Bond. When required on the cover sheet, a bid bond for not less than five (5) percent of the bid amount must accompany all bids as a guarantee that if the bid is accepted, the bidder will execute and file the proper contract. A bank cashier's check, bank draft, or certified check equal to the amount specified is acceptable in lieu of a bid bond. Performance and Payment Bond. When required by the specifications herein, the awarded vendor shall furnish a performance and payment bond equal to the amount of the contract, acceptable to the City, within fourteen (14) calendar days after notification of contract award. Failure to furnish the required bond within the time specified may be cause for rejection of the bid and any bid deposit may be retained by the City as liquidated damages and not as a penalty. The City of Rockford reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids or proposals at any time, for any reason, including but not limited to the Rockford City Council not appropriating sufficient funds to purchase equipment or complete the contract. The City may make awards in any manner deemed in the best interest of the City. Question Deadline 05/31/2023 at 12:00 PM CT