2026 Street and Utility Improvements

The City of Thief River Falls, Minnesota is requesting sealed bids for the 2026 Street and Utility Improvements project (S.P. 170-090-003 & S.P. 170-109-012), with bids due June 24, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Central Daylight Time. Contractors employing more than 40 full-time employees in any state during the previous 12 months must hold a valid Certificate of Compliance from the Minnesota Department of Human Rights to be eligible. The project carries a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation goal.

The scope encompasses removal and installation of water mains, sewer pipes, catch basins, hydrants, and related infrastructure; concrete pavement, curb and gutter installation; and site restoration. Major quantities include removal of 289 linear feet of watermain and 527 linear feet of storm sewer pipe; installation of 1,681 linear feet of 48-inch reinforced concrete sewer pipe and 281 linear feet of 6-inch PVC watermain; 3,893 linear feet of curb and gutter; and 7,457 cubic yards of common excavation.

Sealed bids must be submitted at City Council Chambers in Thief River Falls. Each bid requires a bid bond equal to five percent of the total bid amount. Minimum wage rates are predetermined under the Work Hours Act of 1962. Bidders may not withdraw bids within 30 days of the opening date. The City reserves the right to waive any informalities or reject any or all bids.

Complete digital bidding documents are available through QuestCDN.com (project #10217483) for a $30 download fee; optional paper sets are available from Cadd/Engineering Supply for $30 plus printing costs. The project is subject to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations, the Minnesota Human Rights Act, and federal equal employment opportunity requirements.