Ice Slicer Building - Demolition and New Steel Structure

The City of Cheyenne, Wyoming, located in Natrona County, is soliciting bids for the Ice Slicer Building Demolition and New Steel Structure project (Project No. 2463). The procurement involves a comprehensive demolition and reconstruction effort at 110 Cleveland Street, requiring contractors to remove the existing fabric-covered steel structure while preserving the concrete stem wall footings and concrete slab. The project mandates installation of a new steel building frame within the existing building footprint, utilizing Z-girt purlins and covering the structure with an exposed fastener pre-finished siding and roof system. Bid submissions are due on July 17, 2025, at 2:00 pm, with a mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for June 25, 2025, at 1:30 pm. The project has a projected completion date of July 31, 2026, with an estimated Notice to Proceed date of August 18, 2025. Contractors must submit a 5% bid guarantee and demonstrate compliance with Wyoming state procurement regulations, including provisions for state labor and material preferences. Evaluation will likely focus on technical capabilities, compliance with project specifications, and overall bid responsiveness.

Wyoming state procurement regulations provide specific considerations for resident contractors, with potential preferences for local businesses. The project appears to be fully funded by the City of Cheyenne, with a budget that allows for potential scope adjustments based on contract unit prices. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, contractors must meet Wyoming residency certification requirements and adhere to subcontractor limitations. The geotechnical report indicates the site requires specific foundation preparation, including removing existing fill to a minimum of 2 feet below foundations and replacing with properly compacted structural fill. Contractors will be required to provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including commercial general liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence, business automobile liability of $1,000,000, and workers' compensation coverage. The City will maintain a 5% retainage throughout the contract term, with potential for interest-bearing deposit agreements. While a specific total contract value is not provided, the detailed specifications and comprehensive project requirements suggest a significant infrastructure investment by the City of Cheyenne.