Viking Lake House Amendment.docx

This is an amendment to a Request for Bid (RFB) issued by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) for the purchase and removal of a residential structure. The amendment modifies Contract #25CRDLWBNSCHM-0002 and adds significant scope requirements beyond the original house removal. In addition to removing the house located at 2910 Aldersgate Drive in Villisca, Iowa within Viking Lake State Park, the winning bidder must cap all utilities, fill the basement in accordance with local ordinances, and grade the area to level. The original bidding period ran from July 31, 2024 to August 16, 2024, with sealed bids required by August 16, 2024. Interested parties should contact Philip Payton at philip.payton@dnr.iowa.gov or 515-361-0743 for additional information and specifications.

Bidders are instructed to account for the expanded scope of work outlined in the amendment when preparing their proposals. The amendment does not specify pricing terms, budget ranges, or award values, requiring bidders to conduct their own cost analysis based on the detailed specifications and site conditions. No set-aside designations are mentioned, and the solicitation is open to individuals, firms, partnerships, and corporations. Bidders must carefully review all procurement documents and specifications to ensure compliance with DNR requirements and to submit competitive bids that reflect the full scope of utility capping, basement filling, and site grading in addition to house removal.