Draw Down Structure, Swan Lake State Park, Carroll County

The State of Iowa, through the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), is soliciting competitive bids for the installation of draw down infrastructure at Swan Lake State Park in Carroll County. This procurement involves the design and installation of new draw down pipes, a valve system, and a wet well, along with temporary coffer dam construction necessary to facilitate the project. The project deliverable is a fully functional draw down system that will manage water levels at the state park facility. Bidders must submit direct substitution requests, project questions, or inquiries regarding bidding and contract procedures to DNR Procurement at constructionbids@dnr.iowa.gov by 4:30 PM on the Friday prior to bid letting, using the subject line "Contractor Question - Project Number - Project Location." Detailed project documents, including plans, specifications, proposal forms, and addenda, are available through Beeline and Blue, located at 2507 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312, or accessible via www.beelineandblue.com or by telephone at (515) 244-1611. The bid closing date and time is April 23, 2026, at 11:00 AM CST, with the posting date of April 1, 2026, providing a 22-day bidding window.

The procurement documents do not specify set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise restrictions, incumbent vendor information, or an award value or budget range. Interested contractors should obtain all project specifications and requirements directly from Beeline and Blue or through the DNR's designated channels to assess project scope and develop competitive proposals. The absence of explicitly detailed evaluation criteria in the summary materials suggests that standard public bidding procedures and technical compliance with project specifications will govern the award determination. Prospective bidders are advised to review all available project documentation thoroughly and submit any clarifying questions well before the final bid submission deadline to ensure full understanding of project requirements and deliverables.