BID – Montezuma-Sligo Drainage Improvements – City of Cortez

The City of Cortez, Colorado is seeking sealed bids for the Montezuma-Sligo Drainage Improvements project, a municipal infrastructure upgrade focusing on storm water system replacement along Montezuma Avenue between Edith and Sligo Streets. The procurement involves comprehensive infrastructure work, including removing existing storm water infrastructure and installing two new double inlets with double barrel HDPE storm drain pipe. Contractors will be responsible for complete infrastructure replacement, with additional requirements for asphalt mat and concrete infrastructure repairs. Sealed bids will be received at the City Service Center until 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, with a public bid opening scheduled for the same time. Bid documents are available for a non-refundable fee of $25 and must be purchased directly from the City of Cortez Service Center to qualify for bid submission. The project will be managed by Casey Simpson, Interim Director of Public Works, and bidders can obtain additional information by contacting 970-565-7320 or visiting www.cortezco.gov. Bid submissions must be in writing, signed by the bidder or an authorized agent, and submitted in sealed envelopes clearly marked with the project name and bidder's identification.

While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are explicitly mentioned in the documentation, the City of Cortez reserves the right to waive formalities, accept partial bids, or reject all bids if deemed in the best interest of the municipality. The procurement appears open to qualified contractors capable of performing comprehensive municipal infrastructure improvements. No incumbent vendors or specific budget range are detailed in the available documentation. Bidders will need to demonstrate technical capability to execute complex storm water infrastructure replacement, including precise installation of drainage systems, pipe work, and associated surface repairs. The project represents a targeted municipal infrastructure upgrade with potential significant value for the selected contractor, though exact budget parameters are not specified in the provided bid documents.