PKAA, Switzerland Park Project

Solicitation DQ1 PKAA 2027*0077 is a request for documented quotations issued by the Colorado Department of Natural Resources, Division of Reclamation, Mining and Safety, for the Switzerland Park Project in Boulder County. The project involves safeguarding 34 mine features through various closure methods, including the installation of grates, bulkheads, backfill, and exclusion fencing. The tentative construction window is scheduled from October 26, 2026, to January 24, 2027. Bids are due by September 23, 2026, and will be awarded to the low responsive and responsible bidder, with consideration given to Colorado resident bidder preferences and SDVOSB certifications. The scope of work includes mobilization, the implementation of a Safety, Health, and Environmental Action Plan, sediment and erosion control, and the installation of mine closures. Key deliverables include the repair and re-grading of access roads and revegetation using a state-provided seed mixture. Contractors must adhere to strict safety and environmental protocols, including White-Nose Syndrome decontamination and specific bat exclusion protocols. The contract is subject to federal regulations, including the Davis-Bacon Act for prevailing wages, the Copeland Anti-Kickback Act, and Build America, Buy America requirements. Performance and labor bonds are required for contracts exceeding 150,000 dollars, and a 5 percent retainage will be withheld for projects of that value. Submission requirements include a completed bid schedule and a detailed list of offered equipment to avoid being deemed non-responsive.