Newsom West Site Improvements

Colorado State University's Facilities Management is conducting a Documented Quote (DQ-2025-026-BC) for Newsom West Site Improvements, a construction project located at the Newsom Hall Dormitory in Fort Collins. The solicitation seeks qualified contractors to perform comprehensive site improvements, including protection of existing elements, stormwater inlet protection, demolition and grading, concrete paving and sidewalks, bike rack salvage and reinstallation, and landscaping. A mandatory pre-bid site tour is scheduled for July 23, 2025, at 8:00 AM, with participation required for quote eligibility. Contractors must submit competitive quote responses by August 4, 2025, at 12:00 PM Mountain Time, with the project anticipated to start September 1, 2025, and complete by September 26, 2025. Evaluation criteria include compliance with technical specifications, pricing for all unit prices and alternates, and adherence to bidding requirements such as providing a 5% bid bond for construction values over $50,000. Contractors must demonstrate capability to meet project timelines, technical specifications, and all state procurement regulations outlined in the design/bid/build agreement and general conditions documents.

The solicitation demonstrates a preference for Colorado resident bidders and Colorado labor, suggesting potential set-aside or prioritization for local businesses. A bid bond of 5% of the total bid is required for construction values of $50,000 or more, with payment and performance bonds of 50% required for construction values exceeding $150,000. The total available funding for the base bid and alternates is $290,000.00, with progress payments processed monthly under Net-30 day terms. No prepayments or deposits will be issued, and payment will only be made for completed work. The contract includes provisions for potential liquidated damages and is subject to budgetary appropriations, with a condition that sufficient funds must be formally allocated before the contractor is obligated to proceed. Funding is contingent on Colorado State University's budgetary allocations, and the project will require strict adherence to state building codes, insurance requirements, and prevailing wage standards.