25-C001 ADA Parking

Las Animas County, Colorado, is soliciting bids through Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. 25-C001 for a construction project involving the creation of three ADA van parking spaces at the County Courthouse. The project encompasses comprehensive site modifications, including removing and reinstalling existing road surface bricks, replacing approximately 100 linear feet of park retaining wall, and excavating 192 cubic yards of park area south of the alley. Specific material requirements include Class B concrete with 4,500 psi compressive strength, fiber reinforcement, and a colored stucco finish for retaining walls that matches existing structures. Bidders must provide detailed unit pricing for demolition, concrete work, reinforcing steel, and miscellaneous items. The bid submission deadline is 10:00 a.m. on May 14, 2025, with bid awards to be presented at the Board of County Commissioners meeting on May 20, 2025. The entire project must be completed by 3:30 PM on October 31, 2025, with a strict late completion penalty of $300 per day.

The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder, with the county retaining 5% of the bid price until final payment. Bidders are required to provide proof of commercial general liability insurance with a combined limit of $600,000 per occurrence and $1,000,000 aggregate, along with worker's compensation insurance. The county will consider value engineering proposals that might offer potential cost savings. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned in the documentation, the bid appears open to qualified contractors who can meet the technical and insurance requirements. The precise budget range is not explicitly stated, but the comprehensive nature of the project involving concrete work, retaining wall replacement, and site excavation suggests a substantial capital investment. Potential bidders should carefully review the detailed specifications and be prepared to demonstrate their technical capabilities and financial stability to successfully execute this infrastructure improvement project.