IFB - desert color parkway & SR-7 traffic signal

The City of St. George in Washington County, Utah, is soliciting competitive bids for the construction of a new traffic signal at the intersection of Desert Color Parkway and SR-7 (Costco) through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) procurement process. The project involves comprehensive infrastructure improvements, including utility potholing, concrete removal and replacement, roadway excavation, base course installation, hot mix asphalt paving, curb and gutter work, sidewalk construction, pedestrian ramps, pavement markings, and a complete traffic signal system installation. Key deliverables include constructing 155 linear feet of standard curb and gutter, 765 square feet of standard sidewalk, 8 corner pedestrian ramps, and a fully functional traffic signal system. Bidders must submit electronic proposals via sgcity-utah.bonfirehub.com by October 2, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with all questions due by September 29, 2025. The City requires a 5% bid bond and will subsequently mandate a 100% performance and labor/materials bond from the awarded contractor, who must complete the project within 60 calendar days of the Notice to Proceed.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged business enterprises. Contractors must be licensed to do business in Utah and utilize E-Verify to confirm employee eligibility. The project will follow City of St. George Standard Specifications for Design and Construction and selected Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) standard specifications. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the comprehensive bid schedule suggests a substantial infrastructure investment involving multiple utility coordination elements with providers like Dixie Power, Dominion Energy, CenturyLink, TDS, and InfoWest. The City reserves the right to reject any proposals or waive formalities, with contract award based on the lowest base bid and potential discretionary additions or removals of bid items. Liquidated damages are established at $250 per calendar day for project delays or unaddressed work deficiencies, indicating the municipality's commitment to timely and quality project completion.