Buc871015D Nutrient Reduction Wetland

The state of Iowa, through the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship, Division of Soil Conservation and Water Quality, is soliciting bids for the construction of a traditional breakpoint nutrient reduction wetland project. The scope of work includes selective clearing, excavation, grading, steel sheet pile weir construction, tile installation, water control structures, and seeding. Key deliverables include approximately 40,920 cubic yards of earthwork, 1,094 square feet of steel sheet pile, 5,500 linear feet of tile installation, 1,098 tons of riprap, 198 cubic yards of concrete grout, and 14.7 acres of seeding. The project must be completed by June 1, 2025, with seeding work to be finished by June 30, 2025. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for September 24, 2024, and bids are due by 3:00 PM CDT on October 9, 2024.

The project has an estimated construction cost range of $500,000 to $600,000. Bidders must be registered with the Iowa Division of Labor and demonstrate qualifications and experience with similar projects. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, who must provide a 100% performance bond. Materials purchased for the project are exempt from Iowa sales and use tax, and the contract includes liquidated damages for late completion. The procurement documents do not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions, nor do they list any incumbent vendors or contractors. The funding sources for this project are not explicitly stated.