Dam Slide Repair

The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks is seeking competitive bids for a Dam Slide Repair project located at Chase State Fishing Lake in Chautauqua County. This procurement is a Request for Quote (RFQ) soliciting comprehensive dam rehabilitation services, which include mobilization, construction staking, clearing and grubbing, seeding, drawdown pipe extensions, excavation, earthfill, stormwater pollution prevention, and toe drain installation. The project involves reconstructing the dam infrastructure with precise engineering specifications, focusing on structural stability, proper drainage, and environmental considerations. Bidders must submit comprehensive technical proposals demonstrating capability to execute the project, which includes 21 distinct line items with estimated quantities for various construction activities. The bid event (EVT0010322) was posted on May 5, 2025, with bids due on May 27, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST, to be publicly read via Microsoft Teams teleconference. Contractors must provide detailed unit pricing, demonstrate technical proficiency, and comply with comprehensive construction specifications prepared by CFS Engineers. The project has a 90-calendar-day completion timeline from the "Notice to Proceed", with typical working days being Monday through Friday from 7am to 5pm.

The procurement includes several set-aside and preference provisions for bidders, with encouragement for participation by disabled veteran-owned businesses, certified businesses, and state use purchases. Bidders must submit various certifications including immigration reform, sexual harassment policy compliance, tax clearance, and confirmation of not engaging in boycotts. A bid guaranty of 5% of the total bid amount is required, which can be submitted as a certified check, cashier's check, certificate of deposit, or properly executed bond. Depending on the total project price, a Performance Bond (for projects over $40,000) and a Public Works Bond (for projects over $100,000) may be mandatory. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the project includes a 10% allowance for unforeseen conditions, with total estimated earthfill volumes of 11,800 cubic yards and excavation of 2,270 cubic yards. Contractors must have been in business for a minimum of five successive years and be capable of providing evidence of successfully completed projects of comparable complexity and scope. A one-year warranty is provided on all work, with the contractor required to remedy any defective workmanship or materials discovered within that period.