Invitation to bid NEDPL 10-2026 Bleuer

Location:	Illinois
Posted:	Jul 2, 2026
Due:	Jul 15, 2026
Agency:	City of Rock Island
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	89 - Subsistence (Food)
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Roof Replacement & Gutters

18 Blackhawk hills Drive

NEDPL 10-2026

Introduction

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

at 18 Blackhawk Hills Drive. 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,

Sarah Bluer, by calling them at 563-508-2387, prior to submitting the bid. Sealed bids must be received

on or before July 15th by 2p.m. They shall be addressed and marked as follows.

CED Department

Attn: Jeff Laxton

1528 3rd Avenue

Rock Island, IL 61201

ENCLOSED: 18 Blackhawk Hill Drive Bid

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

on 7/15/2026 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 existing roof on the house down to sheathing. Replace any rotted or damaged wood. Ice

and snow guard must be installed per code and water barrier over remaining roof, if using traditional

felt paper 30 lbs. minimum requirement. Use 2” style D roof edge. Install new flashing over

plumbing boots, mast, and flues. Shingle’s will be a minimum of 35 year manufactures warranty.

Color selection will be decided by the homeowner from a color selection the contractor shall provide

at the preconstruction meeting. Install new step flashing, head flashing, & counter flashing as

needed. Flashing must be tucked behind siding leaving a water tight seal at roof lines to wall lines.

Remove center sheathing along the peak to manufacture’s specifications for a shingle over ridge

vent. Install new the entire length of the peak on the house, not to encroach into the overhangs.

The shed roof tied in to the main roof on the rear elevation should be completely covered in Ice and

Snow running up on to the main roof. There has been leaks in this area. Install New 6” seamless

gutters and 5” downs on the front and the back of the home. The tail pipes shall be 4’ in length

minimum with hinged elbows. Two wall straps per 8’ section of downs. Install new Dutch lap siding

on the back of the home where it is missing. Hire a plaster to make repairs to the ceiling and soffit in

the kitchen blending into surround finishes. Building permit 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: 18 Blackhawk Hill Drive Bid.” 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 Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD): 24 CFR 35

• 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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Bid Title:	Invitation to bid NEDPL 10-2026 Bleuer
Category:	Housing Programs
Status:	Open

Invitation to bid NEDPL 10-2026 Bleuer

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