Macanta Regional Park Trail Connection Pedestrian Bridge

Douglas County Government Department of Parks and Recreation, Colorado is requesting bids from prequalified bridge manufacturers for design, fabrication, and delivery of one steel pedestrian bridge for Macanta Regional Park under IFB PARKS-2026-003, with bids due August 31, 2026 at 5:00 PM and questions due August 17, 2026.

Bidders must be prequalified bridge manufacturers. The County has identified Continental/Steadfast Bridges, Excel Bridge Manufacturing Company, and Wheeler as prequalified; other manufacturers may bid upon submission of company history and five examples of similar steel bridges completed within the past five years. All bidders must furnish three current references demonstrating similar work experience.

The bridge is a clear-span, welded corrosion-resisting (weathering) structural steel truss pedestrian bridge with a concrete deck. The structure measures 80 feet in length with a 12-foot clear width and must accommodate H10 design vehicle loads of 20,000 pounds. Design and structural calculations must be sealed by a Colorado-licensed Professional Engineer to align with specifications in Exhibit A. The manufacturer is responsible for all design engineering, shop drawings, structural calculations, welder certifications, welding procedures, and fabrication. Delivery is anticipated prior to November 2026. Installation of the bridge and railings will be performed under a separate contract.

The initial contract period runs approximately September 7, 2026 through February 28, 2027 (5 months), with the County retaining the right to renew for two additional one-year periods contingent upon annual funding appropriation and satisfaction with work performed. All pricing shall be firm and fixed. Payment terms are Net 30, with F.O.B. Destination for all deliveries. The County offers a ten-year warranty on the steel structure against design, material, and workmanship defects from the delivery date. Bidders must provide proof of required liability insurance, including Workers' Compensation coverage as mandated by Colorado law. Contract award is anticipated for September 2026. Bids must be submitted electronically through the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing/BidNet System.