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Only one bid for Wolf Creek cleanup arrives, at $2.2 million vs. $211,000 estimate
Summary
A Wolf Creek cleanup project received no timely competitive bids except a single $2.2 million quote, far above staff's estimate of about $211,000. The commission discussed rejecting the bid, seeking other contractors, or performing work with county crews if feasible.
St. Clair County staff reported the Wolf Creek cleanup project attracted no timely bidders and only one quote was received from DRC Emergency Services at $2.2 million—substantially higher than the county’s estimate (reported in the meeting as approximately $211,000).
County staff said they had solicited quotes and followed up with contractors who attended the pre‑bid meeting, but most did not submit bids by the stated deadline. Commissioners and staff discussed reasons bids may have been withdrawn or late, specialty equipment that may be required, species‑related timing constraints (a June 28 deadline was mentioned tied to potential bat habitat concerns) and the possibility of revising the contract so county crews could do the work. Staff indicated they would continue outreach to potential contractors and, if necessary, consider performing some work in‑house while acknowledging that would likely delay completion.
No final contracting action was taken at the meeting; staff were directed to continue seeking bids, clarify scope and return with options before the project deadline.
