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Wor982210D Nutrient Reduction Wetland Project DOCUMENT AA Bid No. 26-13 NOTICE-TO-BIDDERS

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NOTICE-TO-BIDDERS

Wor982210D Nutrient Reduction Wetland Project Section 10, Township 99 North, Range 22 West

Worth County, Iowa

Sealed bids will be received by the Iowa Department of Agriculture & Land Stewardship, Division of Soil Conservation and Water Quality (Division), via the Iowa Management of Procurement and Contracts System (IMPACS), until 3:00 PM local time, Thursday, 11/12/2026. The bid opening, open to the public, will be held through IMPACS beginning at 3:00 PM local time, on Thursday, 11/12/2026, when bids will be read aloud. Interested parties may call in to hear the bid opening using the Microsoft Teams call-in number and code: +1 469-998-7627,,147759330#. Bids must be submitted on the appropriate bid forms provided and shall include a bid bond in the amount of ten percent (10%). Bidders must also be registered with the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing.

This project is for the construction of the East and West wetland systems as shown in the plans, which will be awarded together to the lowest bidder. In general, the work includes constructing a wetland that will treat the water from an existing ditch using a solar panel powered pump. The project includes, but is not limited to, selective clearing, excavation and grading, along with tile and outlet structures, pump installation, tile installation, riprap placement, and seeding. This project includes around 7,500 cubic yards of earthwork, 700 linear feet of pipe installation, 129 tons of riprap, installation of 2 modified SW-512 intake concrete structures, 3 modified SW-513 outlet concrete structures, 2 modified SW-401 and 402 lift stations concrete structures, 3 solar pump systems and 2.5 acres of seeding. The estimated construction cost range for this project is $225,000 to $325,000.

Construction will commence within 7 days of the preconstruction meeting, unless otherwise mutually agreed upon.

Construction deadline: 09/01/2027 Seeding deadline-buffer: 12/15/2027 (MUST BE COMPLETED WITHIN THE BUFFER SEEDING PERIOD.)

Seeding deadline-structure: 12/15/2027 (MUST BE COMPLETED WITHIN THE STRUCTURE SEEDING PERIOD.)

Given the number of projects being bid and the meetings involved, we believe we can be more strategic in determining when in-person attendance is necessary. To improve efficiency while maintaining appropriate participation and communication, a virtual attendance option is being added for pre-bid meetings. This option is intended to provide flexibility and is not a replacement for attendance or participation when in-person attendance is necessary.

If you plan to attend the pre-bid meeting in person, you MUST email Tracy.Blocker@iowaagriculture.gov by 3:00 PM the day prior to the pre-bid meeting to confirm your in-person attendance.

If no one has indicated that they will attend in person by the deadline, the pre-bid meeting will be held virtually only. No in-person meeting will be held in that circumstance.

Attendance at the pre-bid conference by prospective bidders is not mandatory but is encouraged.

In-Person Pre-Bid Meeting Option: RSVP Required by 3:00 PM the Day Prior Time: 10:30 AM Date: 10/27/2026 Location: USDA Service Center, USDA Service Center, Norwood, IA 50459 Phone: 515-344-6279

Virtual Pre-Bid Meeting Option: This will be the only option if no one has indicated they will attend in person Pre-bid TEAMS Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/295838226899114?p=Fl1JmbiUvmI5b5KEKm

(Audio & Video) Pre-bid Call-in number & code: +1 469-998-7627,,465442908# (Audio only) mailto:Tracy.Blocker@Iowa.agriculture.gov

Wor982210D Nutrient Reduction Wetland Project DOCUMENT AA Bid No. 26-13 NOTICE-TO-BIDDERS

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The Plans and Construction Specifications governing the construction of the proposed improvements have been prepared by Brandon Short, P.E., Bolton & Menk, and are hereby made a part of this notice by reference, and the proposed contract shall be executed in compliance therewith.

• Copies of the Contract Documents, including Plans, Construction Specifications, and Bid Package, are available through the website link:

https://bids.sciquest.com/apps/Router/PublicEvent?CustomerOrg=DASIowa keyword: wetland View as PDF to download bid documents without logging in to IMPACS

In order to be included on the plan holders list, which is required to receive meeting minutes, addenda, and an updated plan holders list, interested parties must make a written email request to Tracy Blocker, Division, at Tracy.Blocker@iowaagriculture.gov, or make a verbal request to the Division by telephone at 515-344-6279. Bidders who attend and sign in to the pre-bid conference will be added to the plan holders list.

A printed copy of the Plans and Construction Specifications can be viewed by appointment by contacting Tracy Blocker, Division, at Tracy.Blocker@iowaagriculture.gov or 515-344-6279. Printed copies of the Specifications and Plans will be provided to the successful bidder.

The successful bidder shall be required to furnish a Performance/Payment Bond in an amount equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the contract price.

Questions concerning the Plans and Construction Specifications should be submitted in writing and addressed to Brandon Short, P.E., Bolton & Menk, with a copy to Tracy Blocker, Division, at Tracy.Blocker@iowaagriculture.gov.

All other questions concerning the Contract Documents should be addressed to Tracy Blocker, Division, at Tracy.Blocker@iowaagriculture.gov or 515-344-6279.

To be considered for inclusion in a final addendum, written questions must be received by 3:00 PM on 11/05/2026.

The Division reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive technicalities and irregularities.

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