Purchase of structure to be removed, Union Grove State Park, Tama County

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is soliciting sealed bids for the purchase and complete removal of a house located within Union Grove State Park in Tama County, Iowa, with a deadline for submission on October 2, 2025. The contract involves the bidder acquiring ownership of the structure and executing all removal operations, including obtaining necessary permits such as a Sovereign Lands Permit, and ensuring the site is left clean and debris-free by February 1, 2026. Bidders are required to submit a bid form accompanied by a $500 certified check as a guarantee, with the full bid amount payable within ten days of notification of bid acceptance. The process involves a public bid opening on October 3, 2025, at the Iowa DNR office, where bids are evaluated primarily on price, but the agency reserves the right to reject any or all bids and select the offer that best serves its interests. The contract emphasizes strict compliance with environmental and site conditions, including no tree removal or trimming during removal, proper waste disposal in permitted landfills, and thorough site cleanup. Bidders are responsible for inspecting the structure and site beforehand, with inspections scheduled by appointment from September 15-19, 2025. The successful contractor must complete removal by the specified deadline, pay the full bid amount promptly, and indemnify the state from any damages or injuries arising from their work. The agreement does not incorporate federal FAR clauses or specific federal certifications but requires adherence to the outlined terms, including site restoration and permit acquisition. The bid submission must be in hard copy, addressed to the designated Iowa DNR contact, and include all required signatures and business information, with no electronic or digital submission options specified.