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When is the deadline for the Illinois Department of Transportation RFP?

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The deadline for this RFP is Jul 31, 2026. Make sure to submit your proposal before this date to be considered.

Question 2

What is Illinois Department of Transportation looking for?

Accepted Answer

Contract 079-99769 (re-advertisement of the previously let Item 193/Contract 193-99769 from June 12, 2026) calls for resurfacing Grand Chain Road from the Pulaski County line to Boaz Road in Massac County, Illinois, along FAS 937 (State Job #C-99-061-24, Federal Project MQTU(969)).  The contract work includes hot-mix asphalt surface removal and replacement, aggregate shoulders, guardrail, traffic barrier terminals, pavement markings, and traffic control, with 20 working days allowed for completion.

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Should I wait for the RFP to be released?

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What results do Starbridge customers see?

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Resurfacing Grand Chain Rd. from Pulaski County line to Boaz Rd.

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