Cattle Pen Construction

The Kansas Adjutant General is seeking bids for a cattle pen construction project at the Smoky Hill ANG Range near Salina, Kansas. The procurement involves constructing a comprehensive cattle handling facility that includes a 100-foot by 80-foot catch pen with a full crowding tub, semi loading chute, two 40' by 80' pens, and 10' alleys on each side. The project requires detailed materials specifications, including specific gates, fence panels, and steel posts of varying dimensions and gauges. Bidders must submit a complete turn-key solution with pricing broken down between materials and labor costs, with prices to be FOB Destination and shipping included in the bid price. The bid submission deadline is March 24, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST, with all questions due by March 17, 2025. Contractors must be prepared to check in daily with Range Operations due to active bombing range operations, and the entire construction must be completed by September 15, 2025. A 5% bid guarantee is mandatory, and bidders must provide comprehensive documentation including tax clearance certification and other standard state certifications.

The procurement offers preferences for certified businesses and disabled veteran-owned businesses, creating opportunities for diverse contractors. Bidders must comply with the Immigration Reform Control Act and provide proof of workers' compensation, public liability, and property damage insurance. The project requires a 100% performance bond for projects over $40,000 and a 100% public works bond for projects over $100,000. Additional submission requirements include a current tax clearance certificate, a completed Boycott of Israel form, and a Sexual Harassment form. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the detailed specifications and bond requirements suggest a significant infrastructure investment. The project is located in Rooks County, Kansas, with precise coordinates of 38.68226, 97.87958, and will be delivered to the State Defense Building in Topeka. Potential bidders must request an official invitation from the Procurement Officer at least 24 hours before the bid event closing time, unless they have already received a bid event document with their company name.