La Quinta Retention Basin Upgrades

The City of Yuma, Arizona is requesting bids on La Quinta Retention Basin Upgrades (RFB-26-340) under Design-Bid-Build, with bids due September 3, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Arizona Time and a pre-bid conference on August 18, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. at 2959 South Broken Arrow Lane, Yuma.

The scope includes grading modifications to the existing retention basin at 29th Lane Linear Park; installation of new catch basins and an 18-inch storm drain system; and construction of a new stormwater lift station that will pump standing water from the retention basin to an adjacent field to improve water dissipation through increased percolation and surface infiltration. Substantial Completion is required within 120 calendar days after Notice to Proceed, with Final Completion within 30 calendar days thereafter.

Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Bid security equal to at least 10 percent of the bid amount is required in the form of a certified check, cashier's check, or surety bond. The successful contractor must furnish performance and payment bonds each equal to 100 percent of the contract sum, with bonding companies rated B++ or better by A.M. Best Company.

Insurance requirements include Commercial General Liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence with $2,000,000 aggregate, Business Automobile Liability of $1,000,000, and Umbrella/Excess Liability of $4,000,000. The contractor must comply with Arizona Revised Statutes requirements, including tax liability bonds and contractor licensing laws. Questions are due August 25, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Arizona Time. Bids must remain valid for 90 days following bid opening. All addenda will be posted through the Procurement Portal at least seven days prior to the bid deadline. The successful bidder must execute the contract within ten days of receiving the Notice of Award.