Albion Facility Perimeter Fence Installation

Dane County is seeking bids for the Albion Facility Perimeter Fence Installation project, Request for Bid (RFB) No. 325014, to be completed at the Albion Highway Garage Facility located at 1015 County Hwy A in Edgerton, Wisconsin. The procurement involves constructing a new perimeter security fence, specifically an 8-foot-high manually locking standard chain-link fence with galvanized steel construction. The project scope includes installing a 45-foot rolling gate and a 25-foot swinging gate, with all construction to be completed within the facility's property lines. Bid submissions are due electronically by 2:00 p.m. on June 3, 2025, with a non-mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for April 28, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Contractors must be pre-qualified as Best Value Contractors and submit comprehensive documentation, including a bid guarantee of 5% of the total bid price, a proposed subcontractor list, and project experience references. Key evaluation criteria include the ability to meet technical specifications, compliance with fair labor practices, and demonstration of project completion capabilities. The county expects project completion by July 10, 2025.

The contract opportunity includes an Emerging Small Business (ESB) goal of 10%, requiring contractors to demonstrate good faith efforts to meet this participation target. Bidders must submit various compliance documents, including a W9 form and potentially an Emerging Small Business Report for projects over $100,000. Contractors are required to follow strict recycling guidelines, with most construction and demolition waste to be processed at the Dane County Construction & Demolition Recycling Facility. The project mandates compliance with apprenticeship standards and comprehensive insurance provisions. While specific budget details are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the project suggests a significant investment in facility infrastructure security. Contractors must provide performance and payment bonds and adhere to local, state, and federal regulations. The county reserves the right to reject bids if the bidder cannot satisfactorily demonstrate the ability to complete the project or meet all required qualifications.