Single Family Home Repairs - Capitol Ave

The contract involves the City of Des Moines Neighborhood Services, Property Improvement Division seeking sealed bids from qualified vendors to perform home repairs on a single-family residence located on Capitol Avenue. The project is valued between $50,000 and $150,000, with responses exclusively accepted through an online electronic bidding system by November 26, 2025. The solicitation emphasizes strict compliance with insurance, indemnification, and safety requirements, mandating bidders to carry comprehensive general liability, workers’ compensation, and employer’s liability insurance, with certificates submitted prior to contract execution. The awarded contractor must indemnify and hold harmless the City against claims arising from their work, and all activities must be supervised by qualified personnel observing applicable safety rules. The contractual framework incorporates standard provisions for insurance and indemnification, with no federal FAR clauses involved, as it is a state and local government procurement. Bidders are required to complete various certifications and forms, including a qualification and disclosure form, non-collusion certification, declaration, corporate resolution (for corporations), and a W-9 form, certifying their authority and compliance. The evaluation process is straightforward, primarily based on responsiveness and responsibility, with award made to the lowest responsible bidder meeting all specifications. The contract does not specify detailed inspection, acceptance procedures, or specific performance timelines beyond the bid submission deadline. All responses must be submitted electronically, with no allowances for fax, email, mail, or hand delivery, and the primary contact for questions is Kelli Sizenbach via email.