Construction and/or Renovation to Buildings, Additions, or Structures

The State of Illinois is offering a grant opportunity for construction and/or renovation to buildings, additions, or structures. The goal of this program is to improve the quality of life of Illinoisans. The grant is limited to capital improvement expenses and is funded via bond funds. The successful grantee will be required to report on the expenditure of funds and the specific improvements rendered as a result of this funding. Key considerations for this grant include capacity, economic impact, need, and quality. • The grant is available for a non-profit organization headquartered near the Ashburn neighborhood of Chicago. • The grant is aimed at increasing diversity in the emergency medical services (EMS) and fire safety industries. • The grantee must be able to relate financial data to performance accomplishment that supports DCEO’s mission to improve the quality of life for Illinoisans. • The grant agreement will specify the payment terms and the payment schedule. • The grantee will be required to comply with the Business Enterprise Program for Minorities, Females, and Persons with Disabilities Act. • The grantee will be required to comply with the Prevailing Wage Act and the Illinois Works Jobs Program Act.