26-08 Cal883432B (Calhoun)

The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship, Division of Soil Conservation and Water Quality, is soliciting bids for a construction project in Calhoun County, Iowa. The scope of work includes selective clearing, excavation, grading, the placement of 2,750 square feet of tied-concrete block mat, the installation of 769 linear feet of tile and outlet structures, a water control structure, 31 tons of riprap and erosion stone, and 4 acres of seeding. The project involves approximately 13,800 cubic yards of earthwork, with an estimated construction cost ranging from $135,000 to $155,000. Construction is scheduled for completion by November 30, 2026, with buffer seeding to be completed by December 15, 2026. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder based on bid price and bidder qualifications. Requirements for submission include a signed Proposal and Schedule of Prices, a bid bond, a construction progress schedule, and a mandatory notarized affidavit certifying against collusive or fraudulent practices. The contractor is responsible for all site inspections, testing via a qualified agency with at least three years of experience, and full OSHA compliance. Materials must be delivered to the project site in original packaging and stored according to manufacturer instructions. Payment is processed through a specific Application and Request for Payment form, and the contractor must provide as-built drawings and operation manuals upon completion.