Dike Repairs, Harmon Lake WMA, Winnebago County

The contract involves repairing erosion and muskrat damage to two existing dikes at Harmon Lake Wildlife Management Area in Winnebago County, Iowa, through vegetation stripping and earthfill placement. It is structured as a lump sum project with provisions for adjustments via unit prices if necessary, and must be completed by May 30, 2026. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources will oversee inspection and final acceptance at the project site, requiring the contractor to guarantee workmanship for one year. The project is funded through federal and state sources, incorporating multiple technical specifications and federal funding chapters, with detailed construction plans and specifications forming part of the contractual documents. Key contractual provisions emphasize compliance with all applicable laws, including equal opportunity and affirmative action requirements, and mandate that all records be public and retained per Iowa law. The contractor is restricted from assigning or delegating duties without prior approval and must submit written modifications. Termination clauses permit immediate action for non-compliance or loss of necessary licenses. The bid process is based on lowest responsive and responsible offer, with proposals due electronically by October 2, 2025, at 3:00 PM, with no specified page limits. The contract also requires adherence to MBE/WBE participation, certifications regarding nonsegregated facilities, and certifications related to debarment and lobbying, with non-compliance risking contract termination. Payment is made on a lump sum basis, with progress and final payments contingent upon Department approval, and no explicit packaging, marking, or shipping requirements are specified within the contract documents.