Streambank Stabilization
The Kansas Department of Agriculture, Division of Conservation, is requesting sealed bids for streambank stabilization services across five sites in the Tuttle Creek watershed (Marshall and Washington Counties), with bids due September 10, 2026 at 2:00 PM Central Time and a mandatory pre-bid conference on August 20 at 1:00 PM in Marysville.
Bidders may submit proposals for all sites or selected sites individually. The scope encompasses streambank erosion control and restoration on the Little Blue River, Big Blue River, and Coon Creek, including bank shaping, vegetation establishment, riparian buffer restoration, tree removal and installation, live stakes, native seeding, mulching, soil ripping, and locked logs installation. Pricing is submitted on a line-item basis: rock (per ton including hauling and placement), bank shaping (per cubic yard), tree removal (lump sum), tree installation (per unit), live stakes (per unit), seeding (per acre for native grass and cover crop), mulching (per acre), soil ripping (per acre), and locked logs installation (per unit).
Construction must be completed by May 1, 2027, with full contract completion including vegetative establishment by June 1, 2027. The contract period runs from award date through September 30, 2027. A 10 percent retainer applies to all invoices, payable upon satisfactory final inspection. Bidders must provide a bid guarantee and, if awarded, a public works bond and performance guaranty each equal to 100 percent of the contract price. Prices must remain firm for the entire contract period and include all delivery, installation, applicable discounts, and are F.O.B. destination prepaid. Payment terms are Net 30 days.
Contract award will be made by line item, group total, or total lot at the State's discretion, potentially resulting in single or multiple awards. Award notification is expected by September 30, 2026. Submissions are accepted via email to Procurement@ks.gov or hand delivery.
Kansas 9/10/26, 3:00 PM 8/6/26, 11:25 AM Janitorial Services - Osawatomie DCF Office
The Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) is seeking competitive proposals for janitorial services at the Osawatomie DCF Office located at 616 Brown Ave in Osawatomie, Kansas. The procurement involves cleaning services for a 6,048 square foot facility, comprising 1,400 sq. ft. of tile and 4,648 sq. ft. of carpet, to be performed after regular working hours three days per week (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday). Vendors must have a minimum of three years' experience cleaning commercial office buildings of similar size and frequency, and are required to provide their own cleaning supplies, equipment, and materials. The contract period spans five years, from November 1, 2025, through October 31, 2030. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for July 31, 2025, at 12:00 PM CST, and proposals are due by August 28, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST under bid event number EVT0010404. Bidders must submit a comprehensive cost proposal including monthly and annual pricing for each contract year, with no price adjustments permitted during the term.
The solicitation includes several specific requirements and potential set-aside preferences, including opportunities for Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses, Certified Businesses, and State Use Purchases. Vendors must obtain a current Tax Clearance Certificate and comply with various state requirements, including immigration reform compliance, anti-discrimination regulations, and workplace safety standards. Bidders are required to submit multiple forms, including a Boycott of Israel form, Sexual Harassment form, and Immigration Reform and Control form. Insurance requirements include comprehensive liability coverage and a fidelity bond, and contractors must conduct background checks on employees. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the contract will be awarded in US Dollars, with the state reserving the right to accept or reject any bid responses. Potential contractors should also be aware of set-off provisions that may apply to vendors who owe debts to the State of Kansas, and the solicitation encourages vendors to take steps to discourage human trafficking.
Kansas 8/28/25, 3:00 PM 7/21/25, 2:55 PM Elk City Reservoir Agricultural Lease
The Kansas Department of Wildlife & Parks is seeking bids for an agricultural lease of the Elk City Reservoir Agricultural Area through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) procurement. The primary objective is to lease agricultural land at Elk City Reservoir to qualified agricultural operators who will manage and utilize the property in accordance with applicable regulations and lease terms. Bidders are required to submit proposals that demonstrate agricultural management expertise and operational capability to maintain and productively use the leased land. The IFB process establishes competitive bidding as the evaluation mechanism, with proposals due by March 3, 2026. Interested parties should consult the detailed IFB Documents and the Elk City Reservoir Agricultural Lease document for comprehensive information regarding specific lease terms, land acreage, permitted agricultural activities, management requirements, and all submission procedures and specifications.
The contract opportunity documents should be reviewed to determine any applicable set-aside designations, restrictions on bidder eligibility, or preferences for disadvantaged agricultural enterprises or minority-owned businesses. No incumbent vendor or current contractor information has been provided in this posting summary. The lease award value and budget information, as well as any specific infrastructure or equipment integration requirements, are contained within the attached IFB documents and lease specifications. Interested agricultural operators should obtain copies of both the IFB Documents and the Elk City Reservoir Agricultural Lease agreement to fully understand qualification requirements, acreage details, rental terms, and financial obligations associated with this procurement opportunity.
Kansas 3/3/26, 3:00 PM 1/21/26, 11:34 AM Cropland Production Tuttle Creek WA in Marshall
The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for crop production activities on the Tuttle Creek Wildlife Area located in Marshall County, Kansas. This procurement seeks a qualified contractor to manage approximately 1,297.6 acres of cropland production across eight separate tracts situated south of Blue Rapids, with operations spanning from Highway 9 and Vista Road west of the Big Blue River to south along Wildcat Lane to Apache Lane, and east of the Big Blue River south four miles at the Highway 9 and 13th Road intersection. The primary deliverables include establishing and maintaining cropland production while complying with detailed agricultural requirements, including mandatory planting of corn, soybeans, and milo; implementation of cover crops on at least 20 percent of planted acres; restrictions on fall tillage; adherence to approved pesticide lists; and noxious weed control. The contract period runs from January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026, with an option to renew for three additional three-year periods, allowing for a maximum contract term of ten years. The bid closing date is March 18, 2026, at 2:00 PM CDT, with submissions accepted electronically to Procurement@ks.gov or hand-delivered to the Kansas Department of Administration Office of Procurement and Contracts at 900 SW Jackson, Suite 451, Topeka, Kansas 66612-1286. Written questions must be submitted by February 25, 2026. Bids will be evaluated on a per-acre basis for each tract, with awards given to the highest responsible bidder for each parcel or combination of parcels; rental payments are structured as 50 percent due by April 1st and 50 percent due by December 1st of each year, collected in full for all acres planned to be planted and harvested except in flooding events.
Bidders must meet specific compliance requirements, including submission of a current Tax Clearance Certificate from the Kansas Department of Revenue, vendor registration with the State of Kansas, and completion of Boycott of Israel certification, Sexual Harassment certification, and Immigration Reform and Control Act compliance forms. Contractors may claim applicable preferences for Disabled Veteran Owned Business or Certified Business status if proper documentation is provided. No pre-bid conference has been scheduled, and no bid guarantee is required. The procurement is open to qualified vendors without specific set-asides, though contractors defaulting on delivery or failing to perform satisfactorily may be debarred for up to three years, and any debts owed to the State may be subject to offset against payments. No incumbent vendor or existing infrastructure integration requirements are specified in this solicitation. Award values are not explicitly stated but will be determined through competitive bidding on a per-acre basis, with rental payment structures of 50 percent due by April 1st and 50 percent due by December 1st annually.
Kansas 3/18/26, 3:00 PM 2/16/26, 5:30 PM Grading and Bridge - Miami County
Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) is requesting bids on a bridge replacement and grading project in Miami County (located 1.5 miles south and 1.8 miles west of New Lancaster), with proposals due August 19, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. local time via Bid Express. Contractors must be prequalified and registered as bid holders on KDOT's website no later than 5:00 p.m. on the Monday preceding the letting date.
The scope includes bridge replacement over Middle Creek (total project length 0.142 miles), grading, common and rock excavation, earthwork compaction, guardrail installation, pipe and end sections, concrete pavement surfacing, signing, and associated infrastructure. Pricing is established through unit prices; set-price items include foundation stabilization at $40.00 per cubic yard, granular backfill at $60.00 per cubic yard, and water for grading at $40.00 per million gallons.
The project is funded entirely through the Federal Aid Highway Program under Federal Project Number BRO-C535(301). The contract term includes 75 restricted working days to open the project to unrestricted traffic and 95 total contract working days for completion. Contract execution is required within ten business days following award notification.
Contractors must submit proof of a current Tax Clearance Certificate from the Kansas Department of Revenue at contract award. Mandatory certifications include noncollusion, financial prequalification, limitations on federal funds for lobbying, and contractual services with legislators. Special provisions address affirmative action and EEO requirements, federal restrictions on foreign drones, environmental compliance including stormwater pollution management and temporary erosion and sediment control, and minimum wage rates for Miami County. Proposals will be opened and read at 3:00 p.m. local time at the Eisenhower State Office Building in Topeka on August 19, 2026.
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