CU Boulder-UCB001321-SITE-Lot 548 Reconstruction

The University of Colorado Boulder is soliciting competitive bids for the complete removal and replacement of Parking Lot 548, a project covering approximately 70,000 square feet located on the university's campus in Boulder County, Colorado. The procurement is a Design/Bid/Build (D/B/B) contract managed through the Colorado Office of the State Architect, with sealed bids due by May 15, 2025, at 10:00 AM MDT via the BidNet electronic platform. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for May 6th, 2025, at 1234 Innovation Drive in Boulder. Bidders must demonstrate previous experience with projects over $1,000,000 and possess specific qualifications, including proven expertise in complex infrastructure reconstruction. The project requires compliance with multiple regulations, including the Buy Clean Colorado Act, which mandates environmental product declarations for materials with specific global warming potential limits. Evaluation will be based on the lowest responsible bidder, with considerations for Colorado resident bidder preferences and potential alternate bid options. The estimated construction cost is $1,000,000, with substantial completion expected by August 15, 2025, and liquidated damages of $2,702 per day for delays.

The procurement includes several set-aside and participation requirements that may restrict or provide preference to certain organizations. Contractors must utilize at least 80% Colorado labor for projects over $500,000 and provide documentation of subcontractor apprenticeship program participation for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work. The project allows for potential service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) participation and requires a bid bond of at least 5% for construction values over $50,000. Prevailing wage requirements follow Davis-Bacon rates, with minimum wage thresholds established for various construction trades. Contractors must also conduct background checks for employees working in sensitive campus environments and maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including $2,000,000 in Commercial General Liability and $1,000,000 in Automobile Liability. The university will require performance and payment bonds, and contractors must submit labor burden calculations and apprenticeship certifications. While no incumbent vendors are specified, the project represents a significant infrastructure improvement opportunity with potential for local and regional construction firms to compete.