Construction of Wildhorse Trail (Westside Trail)

The City of Montrose, Colorado is requesting sealed bids for construction of the Wildhorse Trail (Westside Trail), a multi-use trail along Wildhorse Creek from 18th Street to 24th Street, with bids due September 23, 2026.

The scope includes site preparation, grading, drainage work, ADA-compliant access points, erosion control, and integration with existing infrastructure. Bidders must comply with applicable engineering standards. Pricing is submitted on a lump-sum or unit-price basis as specified in the bid documents.

Evaluation criteria emphasize contractor experience with similar trail construction projects, equipment availability, workforce capability, schedule feasibility, and pricing. Award goes to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all qualification and compliance requirements. Contract terms include insurance requirements, bonding, and performance specifications as detailed in the bid document and accepted as written by all bidders.

The project is funded through municipal capital improvement funds or grants. A pre-bid meeting and site visit are scheduled to allow prospective bidders to review project conditions and clarify scope requirements. The City of Montrose anticipates award to a qualified, responsible contractor capable of managing trail construction, drainage, and ADA compliance work.