Kenosha County Courthouse Ramp Renovation

Kenosha County, Wisconsin is soliciting bids for a courthouse ramp renovation project through a competitive bidding process. The procurement involves demolishing the existing concrete ramp at the Kenosha County Courthouse located at 912 56th Street and constructing a new ADA-accessible ramp, complete with a railing system and trench drain. Key deliverables include a 4-inch concrete ramp with a flat landing, a new trench drain system, and stainless steel railing. Bidders must demonstrate experience in concrete replacement over the past five years and provide comprehensive references. The bid documents require a 5% bid bond, and contractors must complete a Vendor Responsibility Questionnaire. Critical dates include a pre-bid conference on September 5, 2024 at 10:00 AM CT, with bids due by 3:00 PM on September 18, 2024. The contract is expected to be substantially completed by October 31, 2024, with the lowest responsive and responsible bidder anticipated to be awarded the contract.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises were explicitly detailed in the procurement documents. The bid will be awarded based on the lowest responsive and responsible bid, with pricing required to remain firm for 60 calendar days after bid opening. Progress payments with retainage will be made as work is completed. While no incumbent vendor was mentioned, the project requires integration with the existing courthouse infrastructure, including matching the profile of current railing systems. Bidders must provide a total price for the project and demonstrate financial and operational capacity through the Vendor Responsibility Questionnaire. Although a specific budget range was not disclosed, contractors will be expected to provide comprehensive pricing that covers demolition, new construction, railing installation, and trench drain system implementation. The project represents a significant infrastructure improvement for the Kenosha County Courthouse, focusing on enhancing accessibility and safety.