Knapp Creek Dike Repairs, Hawkeye Wildlife Management Area, Johnson County

The contract involves repairing a breach in the existing dike and excavating a new spillway at the Knapp Creek Impoundment within the Hawkeye Wildlife Management Area in Johnson County, Iowa. The project scope includes clearing and grubbing, topsoil stripping, rip-rap armoring, earthfill compaction, and construction of a spillway, with work to be completed by May 15, 2026. Bids are due electronically by August 21, 2025, at 3:00 PM CST, and the project will be awarded to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder, based on unit prices for the estimated quantities listed in the bid schedule. Payment will be made on a unit price basis, with the possibility of adjustments if actual quantities deviate significantly from estimates. The contract emphasizes compliance with Iowa DOT specifications, environmental permits, and legal requirements, including performance bonds, insurance, and guarantees for one year post-acceptance. The contractual framework is governed by Iowa state law and specific Department of Natural Resources (DNR) terms, with no incorporation of federal FAR clauses. Key clauses include provisions for performance bonds, insurance, termination rights, compliance with laws, and record retention under Iowa Open Records Law. The Department retains inspection rights throughout the project, with final acceptance contingent upon satisfactory completion and correction of any defects. Administrative contacts include Darin Galbraith for procurement and Michael DuFoe for technical oversight. The project documentation references detailed construction plans, specifications, and environmental permits, which are integral to the contract. Overall, the contract establishes a clear process for bid submission, project execution, and compliance, ensuring the work aligns with regulatory and technical standards set by the Iowa DNR.