City Hall Elevator Modernization

The City of Show Low, Arizona is requesting sealed bids for complete modernization of the City Hall elevator system at 180 N 9th Street, including replacement of the hydraulic controller, fixtures, machinery, and car, with bids due July 1, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. and a mandatory pre-bid conference on June 17, 2026 at 3:00 p.m.

The scope encompasses all labor, material, transportation, and services to replace an existing hydraulic elevator that is beyond service life, no longer operable, and has no available replacement parts. The contract is structured on a lump-sum basis with line items for mobilization, removal of the existing elevator, complete elevator modernization, and a $10,000 force account allowance for City-approved work based on site conditions. Contract time for completion is 90 consecutive calendar days after commencement.

Subcontracting is limited to no more than 49 percent of the total bid price unless waived by the City Engineer on a case-by-case basis. Bidders must submit bid security equal to 10 percent of the maximum bid price in the form of a certified check, cashier's check, or bid bond. The successful bidder must provide performance and payment bonds equal to 100 percent of the contract amount and maintain general liability insurance of $1 million per occurrence / $2 million aggregate, automobile liability insurance of $1 million combined single limit per occurrence, and statutory workers' compensation insurance. Bid prices must include all applicable federal, state, county, and local taxes.

The warranty period extends two years from formal acceptance by the Show Low City Council. The contract is governed by Arizona law with exclusive jurisdiction in Navajo County Superior Court; disputes must be submitted to non-binding mediation before litigation or arbitration. Written questions are due June 24, 2026 at 12:00 p.m., directed to Trampas Johnston, Engineering Project Manager. Bid documents are available at no cost on the City's website at showlowaz.gov.