Public Higher Education Bulletin

First published Wednesday July 27, 2005

The University awarded a contract for concrete exposed aggregate sidewalk.

This vendor is the only contractor in the metropolitan area that is capable of applying Reclamite, a registered trademark available only through this sole source. Reclamite is a clear seal, which provides superior protection for asphalt parking surfaces, extending the lifetime of the parking lot. Since it is clear, there is no need to re-stripe each time it is applied, resulting in an even greater cost savings. It is anticipated that this work is to start during the Spring Semester and end during the Summer Semester, 2006.

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville awarded a contract for pour and finish 5,308 sq. ft. of concrete exposed aggregate sidewalk in the estimated amount of $36,950 on Friday, August 5, 2005 . Due to the rapid and unexpected deterioration of the concrete entry to the north side of Rendleman Hall, it has created a hazard to public safety. This is the primary entrance to the building for the visually and physically disabled individuals who use the University's Disability Support Services department located in Rendleman Hall, immediately inside this entrance. Due to the physical limitations of these disabled individuals, the threat of tripping and falling due to the pitted, uneven and crumbling surface is greatly magnified.

The labor to pour and finish the concrete is estimated at $29,950. The actual concrete is estimated at $7,000. This emergency/quick purchase was required due to a situation in which public health or safety was threatened.

(Submitted by Kenn Neher, State Purchasing Officer.)

For additional information, contact:

Shelly Albert
Purchasing Campus Box 1012
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL 62026-1012
Phone: (618) 650-3265
FAX: (618) 650-3251
E-Mail: malbert@siue.edu