Wadsworth Path Construction Management

The City of Wheat Ridge in Colorado has issued Solicitation 26-25 for construction management services related to the Wadsworth Path project. Located near Denver, Wheat Ridge is a home-rule municipality serving approximately 33,000 residents with a Council-Manager form of government. The City utilizes a Best Value procurement model, which considers proposer qualifications, pricing, products, service capabilities, and relevant factors to meet its policies, programs, administrative resources, and budgetary constraints. The solicitation, posted in April 2026 with a response deadline in early May 2026, is managed by the City’s Public Works department, with project oversight provided by CIP Project Manager Dan Klenjoski and Procurement Manager Whitney Mugford-Smith. The contract falls under NAICS code 541512, indicating information technology services with an emphasis on systems design and integration, which suggests that the construction management services may involve technical coordination and project administration. Although the full contract clauses typically referenced in federal acquisitions (FAR) are not explicitly detailed in this package, the solicitation emphasizes compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, including workers’ compensation, non-collusion, conflict of interest disclosures, and certifications related to debarment and suspension. The procurement process requires proposers to submit detailed qualifications, cost proposals, and to adhere to stringent administrative protocols including submission in both paper and PDF electronic formats via a designated portal. The evaluation methodology intends to employ a weighted Best Value trade-off approach, prioritizing a combination of cost, proposer experience, qualifications, ability to meet scope requirements, and alignment with city goals. Specific contract provisions also include mandatory insurance coverage for general liability, professional liability, and cybersecurity, as well as compliance with workplace laws such as the Fair Labor Standards Act and nondiscrimination mandates. The vendor is expected to assume responsibility for proper packaging, marking, and labeling in accord with applicable federal and local laws, although no military or specialized marking standards apply. Overall, the contract seeks a qualified firm capable of delivering comprehensive construction management services that integrate technical expertise with municipal compliance and community values, ensuring the successful completion of the Wadsworth Path improvements.