2025 Parking Garages Maintenance and Repair

The contract involves comprehensive maintenance and repair work on parking garages located at the Chauncey Swan, Dubuque Street, and Tower Ramps, scheduled to commence on May 19, 2025, with substantial completion expected by August 8, 2025, and final completion by September 8, 2025. The scope of work encompasses a wide range of restorative activities, including anchor bolt replacement, concrete crack repairs, grinding, epoxy filling with membrane, expansion joint repairs and replacements, sealant and membrane work, spall repairs, painting, penetrating sealers, stormwater drain cover replacements, and other related structural and surface enhancements. The project’s estimated cost is approximately $572,000, with liquidated damages set at $250 per day for delays beyond the scheduled timeline. Bidders are required to submit proposals by February 27, 2025, with plans available from Rapids Reproduction, Inc., starting January 27, 2025. A pre-bid meeting will be held on January 30, 2025, at the City Hall, although attendance is not mandatory. The project is managed by the City of Iowa City, with Joe Welter serving as the project engineer. The solicitation is part of the city’s broader maintenance and infrastructure improvement initiatives, under the solicitation number T3004. The contract emphasizes adherence to specified deadlines, scope of work, and project milestones, with a focus on timely completion to minimize disruption and ensure structural integrity of the parking facilities. The comprehensive scope and detailed scheduling underscore the importance of meticulous planning and execution, with the potential for liquidated damages incentivizing adherence to the project timeline. The contract aligns with the city’s ongoing efforts to maintain public infrastructure and ensure safety and functionality of key transportation assets.