Exploration Place Parking Lot

The City of Wichita, Kansas is requesting sealed bids for construction services on the Exploration Place Parking Lot project under solicitation 260257, with bids due October 23, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. via the City's procurement portal or email to Val Falo at VFalo@wichita.gov.

The scope encompasses parking lot expansion and improvements on North McLean Boulevard east of Seneca, including removal and installation of pavement, curb and fencing work, parking and crossing markings, HAWK signal installation with electrical work, lighting modifications, erosion control, and site restoration. The project adds 106 net parking spaces (115 new stalls minus 9 removed) across a 52,000 square-foot disturbed area and maintains 12 bus parking stalls. Work includes a signalized crosswalk at North Seneca Street and Central Avenue, sidewalk construction along McLean Boulevard, relocation of four light poles, and drainage infrastructure. Standard parking stall dimensions are 9 feet by 18 feet.

Bidders must hold a minimum of three years' experience in similar construction services. A bid bond equal to five percent of the total bid amount is required prior to bid opening; performance and labor & material payment bonds at 100 percent of contract value are due upon award. Work must commence within 30 calendar days of contract award and complete within 40 working days. Existing Exploration Place parking, entrances, pedestrian paths, and public access must be maintained throughout construction; temporary single-lane closures on McLean Boulevard require Engineer approval. Bids may not be withdrawn for 60 days following opening.

Required insurance includes Commercial General Liability at $1 million per occurrence and $2 million annual aggregate, Comprehensive Automobile Liability at $1 million per occurrence, Workers' Compensation at statutory requirements, and Employers Liability at $1 million. Award is based on lowest and best total net bid from a responsible and responsive vendor. This is not a state or federal aid contract. Questions are due by noon on Tuesday prior to bid opening.