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North Cunningham Avenue Nightime Paving Work

Date: 
September 11, 2018 - 8:00pm to September 13, 2018 - 6:00am

Weather permitting; Open Road Paving Company will be performing nighttime paving operations on North Cunningham Avenue between East University Avenue and Napleton Way from 8:00 PM to 6:00 AM each night from Tuesday, September 11, 2018 to Thursday September 13, 2018.

Access will be maintained to all properties on North Cunningham Avenue during the paving operations. Traffic control will be in place to guide motorists through the areas where travel is reduced to one lane.

Motorists are encouraged to drive carefully through this and all construction areas. Thank you in advance for your patience and cooperation during this project.

Labor Day Parade Street Closures

Date: 
September 3, 2018 - 10:00am to 11:30am

On Monday, September 3, 2018, the following streets will be closed from 10:00 a.m. through 11:30 a.m. for the Champaign County AFL-CIO Labor Day Parade:

  • Broadway Avenue from Illinois Street to Washington Street
  • Washington from Broadway to Lierman Avenue 
  • Lierman from Washington to Art Bartell Road 

The streets will only be closed as the parade progresses down these streets. We appreciate your patience while this event is underway.

Interstate 74 speed limit to be reduced August 31

Date: 
August 31, 2018 - 8:00am to September 30, 2018 - 11:59pm

The Illinois Department of Transportation announces that the posted speed limit along Interstate 74 from west of I-57 to east of Cunningham Avenue will be reduced from 70 mph to 60 mph beginning Friday, Aug. 31.

IDOT recently completed a speed study on I-74 and I-57 in the Champaign-Urbana area and concluded that given the current prevailing speeds, crash rates and number of interchanges, a reduction of the posted speed limit on I-74 was justified. The study also showed that the current posted speed limit of 70 mph on I-57 is correct.

IDOT routinely reviews all state-maintained routes to determine whether any low-cost safety improvements can be made, including speed limits, striping, signal timing and roadside hazards. Speed is a significant factor in the severity of every crash, and the interaction between higher-speed through traffic on an interstate with lower-speed traffic entering or exiting at interchanges was shown to be an issue.

Reducing the speed limit of through traffic to closer to that of traffic from interchanges gives drivers more time to react, thereby reducing the severity of a crash or avoiding one altogether.

Closed - Request for Bid: 2018 Brick Sidewalk Repair Project (1819-04)

Date: 
September 12, 2018 - 2:00pm

Closed

Sealed BIDS will be received until 2:00 P.M. prevailing time on September 12, 2018 and opened and read aloud publicly at 2:02 P.M. prevailing time on September 12, 2018 at the office of the City Engineer, 706 South Glover, Urbana, Illinois, 61802 for the 2018 BRICK SIDEWALK REPAIR PROJECT (City Section 17-00591-00-SW) furnishing of all materials, equipment and labor necessary to complete the removal and resetting of brick sidewalk pavers, palletizing of brick pavers, aggregate base course, grading and seeding, concrete sidewalk removal, traffic control and all other work related to the completion of the project as indicated by the plan and specifications and as directed by the ENGINEER or Designee. All of the sidewalks under this project belong to the City of Urbana.

Each BID must be accompanied by a BID BOND payable to the City of Urbana in the amount of five percent of the total amount of the BID. The Bid Bond of the three lowest bidders for the CONTRACT will be held until receipt of a signed CONTRACT and CONTRACT BOND. All other BID BONDS will be returned after comparison of the BIDS.

Sweetcorn Festival Street Closures

Date: 
August 24, 2018 - 6:00am to August 26, 2018 - 12:00pm

The following street closures will occur for the Annual Sweetcorn Festival beginning Friday, August 24, 2018 and continuing through Sunday, August 26, 2018.

On Friday, August 24th at 6:00 a.m. the following streets will be closed:

  • Main Street from Vine Street to Cedar Street
  • Walnut Street from Water Street to Main Street
  • Broadway Avenue from Elm Street to Water Street
  • Race Street from Elm Street to Water Street

The Urbana Parking Deck (upper level) will be accessible from South Race to Elm Street at all times.

All streets will be re-opened on Sunday, August 26th, 2018 by noon. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Race Street Closure at Boneyard Creek

Date: 
August 27, 2018 - 6:00am to September 13, 2018 - 4:00pm

Weather permitting; North Race Street will be closed to thru traffic at the Boneyard Creek between West Griggs Street and West University Avenue from 6:00 a.m. Monday, August 27, 2018 through 4:00 p.m. Thursday September 13, 2018 for the replacement of bridge approach pavement.

No thru traffic will be permitted on North Race Street between West Griggs Street and West University Avenue during the project. Access will be maintained to all properties along North Race Street.

Motorists are encouraged to drive carefully through this and all construction areas. Thank you in advance for your patience and cooperation during this project.

Closed - Request for Proposals: Fire Department Vehicle Exhaust Removal System

Date: 
September 18, 2018 - 2:30pm

Closed

  • Fire Station #1 (400 South Vine Street)
  • Fire Station #2 (2103 Philo Road)
  • Fire Station #3 (1407 North Lincoln Avenue) in Urbana, Illinois.

Proposals will be accepted at the Public Works Department, 706 South Glover Avenue, Urbana, Illinois, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Proposals will be accepted up to and no later than 2:30 CST p.m., Tuesday, September 18th , 2018 and at said time shall be opened and read publicly.

All Proposers must register through the Vendor Contact Form in order to receive proposal documents. 

The City of Urbana reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, and to waive irregularities or technicalities based on the City’s determination of its best interests.

Illinois Street and Anderson Street Intersection Closure

Date: 
August 27, 2018 - 7:00am to September 4, 2018 - 8:00am

The intersection of East Illinois Street and South Anderson Street will remain closed to thru traffic from 7:00 a.m. Monday, August 27, 2018 through 8:00 a.m. Tuesday September 4, 2018 for a water main replacement project done by Duce Construction for Illinois American Water Company.

Access will be maintained to all properties along East Illinois Street and South Anderson Street but no thru traffic will be permitted through the intersection during the project.

Motorists are encouraged to drive carefully through this and all construction areas. Thank you in advance for your patience and cooperation during this project.

2018 Surface Seal Street Maintenance Project - Pilot

Date: 
August 14, 2018 - 6:00pm to August 17, 2018 - 11:59pm

The City of Urbana has contracted with Denler, Inc. to conduct a pilot project using Biorestor Asphalt Rejuvenator to perform street maintenance on North Lincoln Avenue in the City of Urbana as shown on the attached map.

This work is scheduled to start 6:00 pm on Tuesday, August 14, 2018, and end 11:59 pm on Friday, August 17, 2018, weather permitting.

Traffic will be maintained at all times; however, periodic lane closures and driveway closures for 45 to 60 minutes can be expected the day of the work.

The Contractor will spray material onto the roadway. After it dries the closed lanes will be re-opened. Please travel slowly through the sealed areas, as the material can be slippery and get onto vehicles. If the sealant does splash onto vehicles, it can be removed by immediately washing the vehicle with soap and water or by using a bug and tar remover.

The project award amount of $18,487.15 is funded with Local Gas Tax funds. This cost-effective maintenance treatment is being applied to extend the service life of newly improved asphalt pavements.

Closed - Request for Proposals: Telecommunications System Consultant

Date: 
September 14, 2018 - 2:00pm

Closed

The City of Urbana (IL) requests consulting services for a telecommunications system replacement at 10 City buildings. (Solicitation #1819-03)

The consultant will:

  • analyze City telecommunication needs,
  • write specifications for a future Request to procure the equipment and installation, 
  • provide input on the proposals received for that future Request.

All Proposers must register through the Vendor Contact Form in order to receive proposal documents.

The original Proposal MUST be submitted to the Requesting Department at or before September 14, 2018 at 2:00 P.M. Central Time to receive full consideration.

The City reserves the right to waive technicalities or to accept or reject any proposal or combination of proposals based upon the City’s determination of its best interest.

If you would like to receive e-mail notification when new procurements are posted by the City, please sign up for the mailing list here: http://eepurl.com/di4k75

Closed - Request for Quotes: Tactical Vests

Date: 
August 23, 2018 - 5:00pm

Closed

The Urbana Police Department is seeking quotes for new tactical vests. The specific vests and components listed below are not interchangeable with any other brand or manufacturer. Measuring/sizing will be completed at the Urbana Police Department by vendor. Only quotes for the complete list of specific items will be accepted.

  • Torc carrier w/Razor IIIA ballistics
  • Yoke & collar assembly, includes throat protector, in Vortex IIIA
  • Lower abdomen protector w/Vortex IIIA
  • Structured deltoid protectors (set of 2) w/Vortex IIIA
  • Cobra buckle cummerbund (right or left side)
  • Zipper admin accessory
  • ID tags w/Police, front and rear
  • Quantity: seven (7)

Quotes are due to Lt. Jason Norton, nortonjd@urbanaillinois.us, no later than Thursday, August 23, 2018 at 5:00 p.m. (Central). If you have any questions, please contact Lt. Norton by email or phone, (217) 384-2320.