Pratt Water System Improvements

The Kansas Department of Administration, Office of Procurement and Contracts, is requesting quotes on behalf of the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks for water system improvements at the KDWP Pratt Operations Office, with bids due November 5, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. and a project delivery deadline of June 30, 2027.

The scope encompasses 19 base bid items: mobilization and demobilization, demolition and removal, earthwork, concrete retaining wall (112 linear feet), well extension, ADA concrete sidewalk (596 square feet), HDPE service lines (1 to 3 inches), gate valve settings, water utility connections, interior domestic water and electrical piping, exterior electrical improvements, culvert installation (75 linear feet), floor drain with French drain (45 linear feet), and seeding and erosion control. Three bid alternates address the chlorination building (pre-cast concrete or fiberglass options) and well pump removal and replacement.

Bidders must submit a bid guaranty of 5% of the total amount bid as a certified check, cashier's check, or bid bond. A Performance Bond equal to 100% of the contract amount is required, along with a Public Works Bond equal to 100% of the contract price unless the total price is below $100,000. All bidders must provide a current Tax Clearance Certificate from the Kansas Department of Revenue, Certification Regarding Immigration Reform and Control, Boycott of Israel certification, and Sexual Harassment form. Completion of all required bonds and insurance documentation is due within 15 calendar days after award receipt or the bid guaranty may be forfeited.

An optional pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 28, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. via Microsoft Teams. Written questions are due November 3, 2026. Bids will be publicly read via teleconference at 2:30 p.m. on the closing date. Bidders must request an official event invitation at least 24 hours before the closing date and submit responses electronically to Procurement@ks.gov or hand-delivered to the Department of Administration office in Topeka.