2026 Safe Routes to School

The solicitation titled "2026 Safe Routes to School" issued by the City of Cheyenne, Wyoming, outlines a construction project focused on ADA ramp modifications, school zone device upgrades, and pavement marking enhancements within Wyoming. The procurement operates under NAICS code 237310 and involves requirements for compliance with applicable standards such as ASTM, AASHTO, and WYDOT specifications. The contractor is expected to adhere strictly to contract documents, permits, and local construction standards, ensuring proper material quality control, environmental protection during storage and transport, and timely delivery of certified testing and inspection reports. The scope encompasses installation, inspection, testing, and traffic control activities, with specific performance expectations including Substantial Completion to allow public access and Final Completion upon full contract satisfaction. The contract terms specify bilingual labeling on packages, stress environmental preservation of materials, and adherence to retroreflectivity and thickness standards for pavement markings. The solicitation process requires electronic bid submission by May 13, 2026, through the City of Cheyenne’s eProcurement portal. Evaluation factors emphasize responsiveness, contractor responsibility, compliance with federal labor and debarment requirements, achievement of Section 3 employment benchmarks, and pricing competitiveness. While no explicit FAR clauses or formal contract clauses were identified, the project mandates compliance with HUD-related provisions such as Section 3 employment preferences, Davis-Bacon prevailing wage regulations, debarment and suspension certfication, and environmental laws. Insurance requirements demand substantial coverage with insurers rated A- or better by A.M. Best. The contract incorporates rigorous inspection and acceptance protocols led by the City’s Engineer, with the contractor bearing full responsibility for quality and defect correction. Reporting and record retention requirements extend three years post-completion, with potential remedies including withholding of payment for non-compliance. Although detailed price and schedule information are absent, unit quantities for various work items like concrete walk, signage, pavement marking, and traffic control are provided, with the contract value to be determined from responsive bidding. The project reflects a comprehensive municipal infrastructure upgrade aligned with federal funding and procurement standards.