Construction of Lone Elm Park Sanitary Sewer Extension

The City of Olathe, Kansas is seeking a contractor for the Lone Elm Park Sanitary Sewer Extension project, located in Sumner County. The procurement involves construction of approximately 1,200 linear feet of 18" PVC sanitary sewer through open cut construction, including installation of five 5' diameter polymer concrete manholes, connection to an existing sanitary sewer manhole, and crossing of a Cedar Creek tributary. The project requires comprehensive site preparation, clearing, grubbing, and restoration within Lone Elm Park. Sealed bids will be received online at https://olatheks.bonfirehub.com until 10:00 a.m. local time on Thursday, November 20th, 2025. The contract duration is set for 150 days for substantial completion and 180 days for final completion, with liquidated damages of $500 per day for delays. Bidders must submit a 5% bid bond and provide a Certificate of Good Standing from the Kansas Secretary of State. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with the city reserving the right to reject any or all bids.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. The project includes an Owner's Contingency Allowance of $50,000 to cover potential overages or additional line items during construction. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive design drawings and specifications suggest a substantial municipal infrastructure investment. The engineering services are being provided by Freese and Nichols, Inc., and the work will be performed under the City of Olathe's Infrastructure Department Engineering Division. Contractors will need to carefully navigate the site, avoiding existing infrastructure like soccer fields, parking lots, and a wooden pedestrian bridge. Environmental considerations include implementing erosion control measures, sediment fencing, and specific restoration requirements, particularly when crossing the Cedar Creek tributary. The project requires adherence to the City of Olathe's Technical Specifications for Public Improvement Projects, revised January 2025.