Demolition of 618 Ridge Street

The City of Alton, Illinois invites sealed bids for the demolition of buildings in accordance with the provisions, specifications, and bidding instructions set forth in this Invitation for Bid. Each sealed envelope containing a response must be plainly marked on the outside of the envelope with the respondent's name, proper address, and BID #2023 - 26 DEMOLITION. All responses must be made on the forms provided. All blank spaces must be filled in, in ink or typewritten, and the bid forms must be fully completed and executed and signed by an authorized individual. Any questions regarding this bid should be directed to Lori Bockholdt, Comptroller's Office, City of Alton (618) 463-3545. Copies of the Asbestos Abatement report(s) will be provided upon request. The City cannot accept your bid response via fax. Telephone requests will not be accepted. Each written request must contain a self-addressed, stamped envelope and must reference the bid title and number. Contractor shall guarantee, in writing, that all work conforms to the requirements of the specifications. Award of contract will be made on the most advantageous bid, on a quality versus price basis, taking into consideration the responsibility of the Contractor, as interpreted by the City Council. Award of contract will not be made on an "all or nothing" basis but will be awarded per address (unless otherwise indicated). Proper consideration will be given to modern accepted practice, efficiency and workmanship. No award will be made for any service which does not adequately fulfill the requirements of the project. If services offered differ from the provisions contained in the specifications, such differences must be explained in detail (see Exception Certificate). The City of Alton reserves the right to reject any or all of the bids, or any part thereof, on any basis and without disclosure of a reason. The failure to make such a disclosure shall not result in accrual of any right, claim or cause of action by any unsuccessful bidder against the City of Alton, Illinois. The City further reserves the right to accept any bid or any part thereof, or to waive any informalities and to make an award in its best interest. All paperwork (i.e., certificate of insurance and signed contract, etc.) must be received and in order before work may begin on project. Failure to do so could result in disqualification of the bidder.

Division 03 -	Concrete, Concrete Forming and Accessories, Precast Concrete, Site-Cast Concrete.
Division 04 -	Masonry, Unit Masonry.
Division 05 -	Metals.
Division 06 -	Wood, Plastics, and Composites, Rough Carpentry, Finish Carpentry, Architectural Woodwork, Architectural Wood Casework.
Division 07 -	Thermal and Moisture Protection, Dampproofing and Waterproofing, Thermal Protection, Weather Barriers.
Division 08 -	Openings, Doors and Frames, Wood Doors, Plastic Doors, Windows, Hardware, Glazing, Louvers and Vents.
Division 09 -	Finishes, Plaster and Gypsum Board, Ceilings, Carpeting, Painting and Coating.
Division 10 -	Specialties, Toilet, Bath, and Laundry Accessories.
Division 11 -	Equipment, Residential Equipment, Residential Appliances.
Division 22 -	Plumbing, Instrumentation and Control for Plumbing, Plumbing Piping, Plumbing Equipment, Plumbing Fixtures, Residential Plumbing Fixtures.
Division 23 -	Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC), Instrumentation and Control for HVAC, HVAC Air Distribution.
Division 26 -	Electrical, Instrumentation and Control for Electrical Systems, Lighting.
Division 27 -	Communications, Structured Cabling.
Division 31 -	Earthwork, Grading, Excavation and Fill, Earthwork Methods, Soil Treatment.
Division 32 -	Exterior Improvements, Flexible Paving, Irrigation, Planting, Turf and Grasses.
Division 33 -	Utilities, Water Utilities, Sanitary Sewerage Utilities, Electrical Utilities, Communications Utilities.