Active SLED Opportunity · ILLINOIS · CITY OF CHAMPAIGN

    2026 Sewer Cleaning & Televising Project

    Issued by City of Champaign
    cityRFQCity of ChampaignSol. 282073
    Open · 14d remaining
    DAYS TO CLOSE
    14
    due Jul 27, 2026
    PUBLISHED
    Jul 11, 2026
    Posting date
    JURISDICTION
    City of
    city
    NAICS CODE
    237110
    AI-classified industry

    AI Summary

    City of Champaign seeks bids for hydraulic cleaning, root cutting, televising, and cleaning of storm sewers and manholes. The contract includes two phases: initial cleaning and optional diagnostic services. Extensive submission requirements apply. Contact Nathan Dornfeld for questions. Due July 27, 2026.

    Opportunity details

    Solicitation No.
    282073
    Type / RFx
    RFQ
    Status
    open
    Level
    city
    Published Date
    July 11, 2026
    Due Date
    July 27, 2026
    NAICS Code
    237110AI guide
    Jurisdiction
    City of Champaign
    Agency
    City of Champaign

    Description

    This Project calls for hydraulic water jet cleaning, root cutting, inspecting/televising City storm sewer (6-inch to 60-inch) and cleaning manholes and inlets.  Disposal or removed debris from the sewers and manholes is also a part of the project.  This Contract has two phases.  Phase 1 consists of cleaning and televising approximately 65,802 linear feet of storm sewers and cleaning approximately 667 manholes/inlets as defined in the project plans.  Phase 1 has a target completion of one (1) year from the date of commencement.  Phase 2 consists of diagnostic Services that will be performed at the option of the City and will be defined at a later date.  Diagnostic Services shall include cleaning and televising of storm sewers with undefined locations and diameters in order to diagnose storm sewer problems that are encountered during Phase 1 of the project.  Diagnostic cleaning and televising may occur at any location within the City and at any time during the contract period. 

    Background

    Bid Questions? Contact: Nathan Dornfeld, 702 Edgebrook Drive, Champaign, IL 61820, nathan.dornfeld@champaignil.gov

    Please note: The City of Champaign is committed to web accessibility. This project may contain technical diagrams or other specifications that may not conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) Version 2.1, Level AA. If you wish to access these materials in an accessible format, please use the contact information above to request an accommodation.

    Project Details

    • Reference ID: 262704
    • Department: Public Works Department
    • Department Head: Terry Lusby, Jr. (Director)

    Submission Requirements

    • Parts 1 - 3: Documents Requiring Confirmation of Acknowledgement - Please find within the Bid Packet located in "Attachments to Review"

      Please review parts 1, 2, and 3 and confirm to acknowledge. 

    • Have you downloaded the full Bid Packet located in "Attachments"? (required)
    • Part 1 - NITB, please confirm your review (required)

      Please confirm to acknowledge your review.

    • Part 2 - General Conditions, please confirm your review (required)

      Please confirm to acknowledge your review.

    • Part 3 - Technical Specifications, please confirm your review (required)

      Please confirm to acknowledge your review.

    • Bid Submission Upload (required)

      Upload entire bid submission here.

    • Have you uploaded the 4.1 Bid Form and Schedule of Prices? (required)
    • Have you uploaded the 4.2 Bid Bond? (required)
    • Have you uploaded the 4.3 Disclosure Affidavit? (required)
    • Have you uploaded the 4.4 Bidder’s Affidavit Regarding Pending and Uncompleted Work? (required)
    • Have you uploaded the 4.5 Subcontractor and Major Material Suppliers List? (required)
    • Have you uploaded the 4.6 Equal Opportunity in Purchasing documents? (required)
    • Have you uploaded the 4.7 Champaign Diversity Advancement Program (CDAP) documents? (required)
    • Project Manager's contact information for posting questions (required)

      Ex: Name, Office Address, Email Address

    • Pricing (required)
      • Choose "Yes" when you have set line items, for example:
        • This is a quote for goods or commodities.
        • This is a public works bid, with a pricing table that can be uploaded into OpenGov Procurement from an Excel spreadsheet.
        • Seeking services for hourly rate schedules.

      • Choose "No" when you need vendors to provide you with the line items.
    • Is a Bid Bond applicable to this project? (required)
    • Is Prevailing Wage applicable? (required)
    • Part 1 - NITB: Is the Current Prevailing Wage information included within the Bid Packet documents? (required)

      Current wage rates can be downloaded at, Current Prevailing Rates (illinois.gov) and selecting Champaign County.

    • Part 1: NITB - Have you updated project details to forms for uploading? (required)

      Example: Project Title, Project Dates, City Department, and CDAP Percentage Goals.

    • Part 2: General Conditions - Have you updated project details to forms for uploading? (required)

      Example: Project Title, Project Dates, City Department, and CDAP Percentage Goals.

    • Part 3: Technical Specifications - Have you updated the Specification Placeholder with the updated projects Specifications for uploading? (required)

      Part 3 - Technical Specification placeholder will need to be replaced with the updated specifications.

    • Part 4: Bid Form - Have you updated the project details to the form for uploading? (required)

      Example: Project Name and Project Number.

    • Is Affirmative Action applicable to this project? (required)

      Affirmative Action is typically required for purchases above the administrative limit.

    • Is CDAP applicable to this project? (required)

      Please contact the Compliance Officer if you have not already done so.

    • Part 4: 4.7 CDAP Form - Have you updated the form with project information for uploading? (required)

      Ex. Project Title, Project Date, CDAP Goals, and CDAP Percentage Goals.

    • Is the Dual Representation Affidavit applicable to this project? (required)

      If you unsure, please contact the Legal Department.

    • Have you attached the full Bid Packet with the updated forms to Attachments? (required)

      Attach the Bid Packet with the updated information to "Supporting Attachments" - Vendor will view and download. 

    Key dates

    1. July 11, 2026Published
    2. July 27, 2026Responses Due

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