University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bid #BAU25086
Invitation for Construction Bid: SP Multiple Building Elevator Modernizations
First published Thursday, October 22, 2026
Project Description
Modernization of the hydraulic elevator and associated scopes of work to create a machine room in Harding Band Building 0004. Modernization of the electric traction elevator in David Kinley Hall 0054. Finishes and equipment upgrades for both. Some asbestos and lead-based-paint abatment and MEP rework to accommodate project requirements. Minor work in corridors at lobbies/landings outside elevators Elevators in both buildings shall be brought up to current codes and standards. Neither is required to meet LEED or ISHPO requirements.
This Project is located at: Project U25086 consists of elevator modernization work at Harding Band Building (0004), located at 1103 South 6th Street, Champaign, Illinois, and David Kinley Hall (0054), located at 1407 West Gregory Drive, Urbana, Illinois
A MANDATORY virtual pre-bid conference for all parties interested in bidding the project will be held at 10:00 AM on 10/29/2026 through Zoom 1-312-626-6799 Meeting URL: https://illinois.zoom.us/j/81117222488?pwd=hdDBQ53gVjXacgsjhc6WtR97ajyEv7.1&from=addon
Meeting ID: 811 1722 2488 Password: 1867
A MANDATORY pre-bid 2: 11/5/2026 : Meet in Conference Room 27 DKH, at the south end of the basement in David Kinley Hall at 10:00 AM or Zoom 1-312-626-6799 Meeting URL: https://illinois.zoom.us/j/86229857152?pwd=sql843XEGVtGETjA1gbXiiTX4sbsXE.1&from=addon
Meeting ID: 862 2985 7152 Password: 1867.
Representatives of the Owner and the Professional Services Consultant will be present to answer questions regarding the project and bidding procedures.
The site visit will follow the pre-bid 2 meeting at 10:30 AM at David Kinley Hall, meet at first-floor elevator. All prospective bidders are REQUIRED to attend at least one mandatory pre-bid meeting.
See attached for complete details.
Modernization of the hydraulic elevator and associated scopes of work to create a machine room in Harding Band Building 0004. Modernization of the electric traction elevator in David Kinley Hall 0054. Finishes and equipment upgrades for both. Some asbestos and lead-based-paint abatment and MEP rework to accommodate project requirements. Minor work in corridors at lobbies/landings outside elevators Elevators in both buildings shall be brought up to current codes and standards. Neither is required to meet LEED or ISHPO requirements.
This Project is located at: Project U25086 consists of elevator modernization work at Harding Band Building (0004), located at 1103 South 6th Street, Champaign, Illinois, and David Kinley Hall (0054), located at 1407 West Gregory Drive, Urbana, Illinois
A MANDATORY virtual pre-bid conference for all parties interested in bidding the project will be held at 10:00 AM on 10/29/2026 through Zoom 1-312-626-6799 Meeting URL: https://illinois.zoom.us/j/81117222488?pwd=hdDBQ53gVjXacgsjhc6WtR97ajyEv7.1&from=addon
Meeting ID: 811 1722 2488 Password: 1867
A MANDATORY pre-bid 2: 11/5/2026 : Meet in Conference Room 27 DKH, at the south end of the basement in David Kinley Hall at 10:00 AM or Zoom 1-312-626-6799 Meeting URL: https://illinois.zoom.us/j/86229857152?pwd=sql843XEGVtGETjA1gbXiiTX4sbsXE.1&from=addon
Meeting ID: 862 2985 7152 Password: 1867.
Representatives of the Owner and the Professional Services Consultant will be present to answer questions regarding the project and bidding procedures.
The site visit will follow the pre-bid 2 meeting at 10:30 AM at David Kinley Hall, meet at first-floor elevator. All prospective bidders are REQUIRED to attend at least one mandatory pre-bid meeting.
See attached for complete details.
Single Prime Vendor
Sealed bids will be accepted below until 2:00 PM, Thursday, November 19, 2026:
At the following addressthe University's submittal application per
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Champaign, IL 61820
The project manual, drawings and all addenda are available after a one-time electronic registration for electronic viewing at no cost at https://uiucplanroom.com.
For the convenience of bidders, complete sets of documents will be on file at Eastern Engineering, 404 E. University Avenue, Champaign, IL 61820 https://uiucplanroom.com
For the convenience of bidders, complete sets of documents will be on file at Eastern Engineering, 404 E. University Avenue, Champaign, IL 61820 https://uiucplanroom.com
Contact Information:
Chrissy Fazio
Champaign, IL 61820
Phone: (217) 300-3527
E-Mail:clf55@illinois.edu
Champaign, IL 61820
Phone: (217) 300-3527
E-Mail:clf55@illinois.edu
For instructions on how to obtain a comprehensive purchase description, disclosure or contract forms, contact:
Karen Brown
Phone: (217) 300-2901
Phone: (217) 300-2901
Chief Procurement Officer - Bridget McHatton
State Purchasing Officer - Caleb Adams
All responses must include:
- There is a 30 percent BEP goal for this procurement. See solicitation documentation for details.
- There is a 3 percent Veteran-owned business goal for this procurement. See solicitation documentation for details.
- The contract(s) for this solicitation could exceed $50,000 annually.
This transaction is subject to the State Board of Elections registration and certification requirements of Public Act 095-0971.
The State of Illinois has a policy to encourage prospective vendors to hire qualified veterans, minorities, females, persons with disabilities and ex-offenders.