University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bid #BAU23080R1
Invitation for Construction Bid: Armory Arch Stucco & Curtainwall Replacement
This notice has been modified
Published Saturday, January 10, 2026
Addendum 01 supplements and amends the project manual and the drawings and shall be taken into account in preparing this proposal and shall become a part of the contract documents. Bidders must acknowledge receipt of this addendum by listing the number and date, where provided, on the bid form (document provided by the contractor.) This Addendum updates specification and drawing information, and RFI responses, only, and does not alter the previously published bid date(s).
First published Friday, December 12, 2025
Project Description
The Armory has two barrel-ended facades at its east and west ends, enclosed with stucco arches and wooden window walls. These systems are over 100 years old and require replacement. The arches consist of several stucco systems, including those at the face, soffit, piers, and interior areas, which shall be repaired and replaced in-kind as shown. The existing window wall system shall be replaced with a compatible thermally broken aluminum window system that matches the existing historic profiles of the original system. The majority of work must be undertaken from the exterior to minimize impact on interior mezzanine-level MEP systems and scaffolding impacts to adjacent spaces. The scaffolding diagram is proposed to limit work on the existing low capacity perimeter roofs and disruption to new roofing at the east side. Refer to Division 01 of the technical specifications for a complete, detailed breakdown of the base bids and alternates for this project. This project includes a Project Labor Agreement that will be executed between the lowest responsible/responsive bidder and the East Central Illinois Building and Construction Trades Council. A copy of the Project Labor Agreement is included at the end of Section 00 90 00.
This Project is located at: 505 E Armory Ave, Champaign, IL 61820
A mandatory virtual pre-bid conference for all parties interested in bidding the project will be held at 10:00am on 12/18/2025 through a zoom call, Telephone: 312-626-6799, Meeting URL: https://illinois.zoom.us/j/88355991715?pwd=E1X2izyKSjBbsv5oh9AhqmW4tagvng.1&from=addon Meeting ID: 883 5599 1715,Password:1867.
A second mandatory virtual pre-bid conference will be held at 10:00am on 01/06/2026 through Phone: (312) 626-6799, Meeting URL: https://illinois.zoom.us/j/82532488637?pwd=OMTUNkpVRU2Ee3763tJ0k47lDXzB0a.1&from=addon Meeting ID: 825 3248 8637, Password: 1867. Representatives of the Owner and the Professional Services Consultant will be present to answer questions regarding the project and bidding procedures.
All prospective bidders are only REQUIRED to attend ONE(1) of the two available pre-bid meetings. An optional onsite walk-through will be held at 1:00 pm on 12/18/2025, interested parties are asked to meet at the SW entrance to the Armory and a guided tour will be held through the project site.
See attached for complete details.
The Armory has two barrel-ended facades at its east and west ends, enclosed with stucco arches and wooden window walls. These systems are over 100 years old and require replacement. The arches consist of several stucco systems, including those at the face, soffit, piers, and interior areas, which shall be repaired and replaced in-kind as shown. The existing window wall system shall be replaced with a compatible thermally broken aluminum window system that matches the existing historic profiles of the original system. The majority of work must be undertaken from the exterior to minimize impact on interior mezzanine-level MEP systems and scaffolding impacts to adjacent spaces. The scaffolding diagram is proposed to limit work on the existing low capacity perimeter roofs and disruption to new roofing at the east side. Refer to Division 01 of the technical specifications for a complete, detailed breakdown of the base bids and alternates for this project. This project includes a Project Labor Agreement that will be executed between the lowest responsible/responsive bidder and the East Central Illinois Building and Construction Trades Council. A copy of the Project Labor Agreement is included at the end of Section 00 90 00.
This Project is located at: 505 E Armory Ave, Champaign, IL 61820
A mandatory virtual pre-bid conference for all parties interested in bidding the project will be held at 10:00am on 12/18/2025 through a zoom call, Telephone: 312-626-6799, Meeting URL: https://illinois.zoom.us/j/88355991715?pwd=E1X2izyKSjBbsv5oh9AhqmW4tagvng.1&from=addon Meeting ID: 883 5599 1715,Password:1867.
A second mandatory virtual pre-bid conference will be held at 10:00am on 01/06/2026 through Phone: (312) 626-6799, Meeting URL: https://illinois.zoom.us/j/82532488637?pwd=OMTUNkpVRU2Ee3763tJ0k47lDXzB0a.1&from=addon Meeting ID: 825 3248 8637, Password: 1867. Representatives of the Owner and the Professional Services Consultant will be present to answer questions regarding the project and bidding procedures.
All prospective bidders are only REQUIRED to attend ONE(1) of the two available pre-bid meetings. An optional onsite walk-through will be held at 1:00 pm on 12/18/2025, interested parties are asked to meet at the SW entrance to the Armory and a guided tour will be held through the project site.
See attached for complete details.
Single Prime Vendor
Sealed bids will be accepted below until 2:00 PM, Thursday, January 15, 2026:
At the following addressvia PRZM electronic bidding per bidding documents
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://distribution.easternengineering.com/View/MultiPlanroomJobList.aspx
For the convenience of bidders, complete sets of documents will be on file at Eastern Engineering, 404 E University Ave. Champaign, IL. 61820, (217) 359-3261
For the convenience of bidders, complete sets of documents will be on file at Eastern Engineering, 404 E University Ave. Champaign, IL. 61820, (217) 359-3261
Contact Information:
Joe Villanti
Champaign, IL 61820
Phone: (217) 300-7109
E-Mail:jpv023@illinois.edu
Champaign, IL 61820
Phone: (217) 300-7109
E-Mail:jpv023@illinois.edu
For instructions on how to obtain a comprehensive purchase description, disclosure or contract forms, contact:
Karen Brown
Phone: (217) 330-2901
Phone: (217) 330-2901
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.