RFP: Cowlitz Way & NW 41st Safety Improvements

The Cowlitz Indian Tribe is soliciting proposals for the Cowlitz Way and NW 41st Safety Improvements project in Washington. This lump sum construction contract focuses on roadway departure countermeasures and pedestrian safety upgrades, specifically requiring the installation of galvanized Midwest Guardrail System or equivalent guardrails, the removal of top-site obstructions to improve sightlines, and the installation of rumble strips and four solar-powered rapid flashing beacon crosswalk signs. The project encompasses work at Cowlitz Way and 41st Avenue, as well as the intersection of Cowlitz Way, NW 31st Avenue, and VIP Casino Way. All work must adhere to federal, local, and tribal standards, and the contractor is responsible for obtaining all necessary permits. Proposals must be submitted by January 13, 2027, and must include a detailed work schedule, a schedule of values, and at least three professional references. Bidders must provide a bid bond for 5% of the bid amount, and the successful awardee will be required to provide performance and payment bonds for 100% of the contract price. The contract mandates compliance with federal Davis-Bacon and state prevailing wage standards, as well as the 1964 Civil Rights Act. Quality control requirements are stringent, requiring an AS9100 compliant inspection system and specific calibration standards. Insurance requirements include a minimum of $1,000,000 per occurrence for commercial general liability. Payment is subject to a 5% retainage withheld by the Tribe until all obligations are met.