Chicago Street Combined Sewer Separation Project

The City of Elgin is soliciting sealed bids for the Chicago Street Combined Sewer Separation Project, a roughly 6,200‑ft linear infrastructure upgrade. The scope includes installing new storm and sanitary sewer lines, water mains, extensive pavement removal and replacement, curb and gutter work, sidewalk removal/replacement, and associated utility adjustments and restorations. Bidders must provide a 5 % bid bond, performance and payment bonds, and comply with Illinois prevailing‑wage requirements. A mandatory pre‑bid site tour on 19 Oct 2026 is required; failure to attend results in bid rejection. The project will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder meeting all technical, financial, and bonding criteria. • Install ~4,000 ft of 12‑48″ storm sewer • Install ~200 ft of 10‑36″ sanitary sewer • Install ~5,100 ft of 4‑16″ water main • Sewer lining, pavement removal (≈6,700 SY) and patching (≈25,400 SY) • Curb, gutter, and sidewalk removal/replacement • Utility adjustments, service re‑establishment, and parkway restoration • Required bonds, prevailing‑wage compliance, and certified payrolls