Iowa PBS Parking Lot Resurfacing

The Iowa Department of Administrative Services (DAS) is soliciting bids for the Iowa PBS Parking Lot Resurfacing project located at 6450 Corporate Drive in Johnston, Iowa. The procurement involves comprehensive parking lot renovation, including removing and replacing the existing asphalt, performing full-depth asphalt patches, installing a 2-inch hot mix asphalt overlay across the entire lot, restriping parking spots, and reinstalling signage. The project includes a base bid package (BP 01) and two alternate bid options (ALT 01 and ALT 02) for additional site work such as sidewalk replacement and parking island removal. Bids are due on April 11, 2023, at 2:00 PM, with an optional pre-bid meeting already held on March 29, 2023. The construction is scheduled to commence on May 9, 2023, with substantial completion targeted for November 10, 2023. Bidders must submit a 5% bid security and provide comprehensive insurance, performance and payment bonds. The project will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder, with the state reserving the right to reject any or all bids.

The procurement includes specific requirements for bidders, with emphasis on compliance with state regulations. Targeted small business enterprises are encouraged to participate, and bidders must be registered with the Iowa Labor Commissioner. The project is exempt from Iowa sales tax, and Davis-Bacon wages will not apply. Contractors must adhere to non-discrimination requirements and provide a project-specific Certificate of Insurance. While a specific budget is not explicitly stated, the project involves resurfacing a 175-stall parking lot, including 6 ADA-compliant spaces. Bidders are required to identify all subcontractors within 48 hours of bid submission and will be evaluated based on their ability to meet technical specifications, compliance with local regulations, and overall project approach. The state will use ConsensusDocs 802 for the contract, and Procore will be utilized for project management at no cost to the trade contractor.