FY27 REBID D9 Barge Rental

The State of Illinois Department of Transportation (DOT) is soliciting bids for a flat‑tow barge rental, associated wood mats, and a jon boat to support a 2‑to‑4‑day drilling operation in Golconda, IDOT District 9. The vendor must supply and operate the barge, provide a jon boat with a 9.9 hp motor, and handle all mobilization, positioning, repositioning, and demobilization activities. A detailed cost breakdown per day for equipment and labor is required, and the lowest responsive and responsible quote will be considered for award. • Provide a flat tow barge with spuds capable of supporting the District’s CME 75 drill rig and crew. • Supply wood mats rated for 40,000 lb for loading and unloading onto the barge deck. • Include a jon boat equipped with a 9.9 hp motor, fuel, maintenance, and capacity for four district staff plus the operator. • Perform full mobilization, positioning, repositioning, and demobilization for the 2‑4 day drilling project at coordinates 372205.8N 882932.3W (Golconda, IL). • Submit a detailed quote with per‑day cost breakdown for equipment and labor; the lowest responsive quote wins.