Ridges Boulevard Crosswalk

The City of Grand Junction is seeking competitive bids for the Ridges Boulevard Crosswalk Project through an Invitation for Bid (IFB-5739-25-DD), soliciting qualified contractors to complete a comprehensive pedestrian infrastructure improvement. The project involves constructing a new crosswalk connecting Duck Pond Park with an existing bus stop, with specific construction requirements including 50 linear feet of storm drain, 105 square yards of asphalt removal, 97 cubic yards of unclassified excavation, 231 cubic yards of unclassified embankment, 19 tons of hot mix asphalt, 178 linear feet of concrete curb and gutter, 275 square yards of concrete sidewalk, and 100 square feet of preformed thermoplastic markings. An alternate bid option includes replacing the existing asphalt trail east of the crosswalk to the concrete trail network. Bids are due on October 21, 2025, before 2:00 PM, with a non-mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for October 10, 2025. The project has a 45-calendar day completion timeline from the Notice to Proceed, and contractors will be subject to liquidated damages of $500 per day for delays beyond the specified timeline.

The procurement requires compliance with the Keep Jobs in Colorado Act, mandating 80% Colorado labor on the public works project. Contractors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including $1 million per occurrence in comprehensive general liability, automobile liability, and workers' compensation insurance. No specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises were mentioned in the documentation. Contractors are required to submit detailed documentation including a traffic control plan, project schedule, and various testing and quality control documents. While no specific budget range was explicitly stated, the project appears to be funded through the city's municipal budget. Bid evaluation will likely focus on unit pricing, technical compliance, insurance adequacy, and demonstrated capability to complete the project within the specified 45-day timeline. The procurement emphasizes local regulatory compliance and seeks contractors with demonstrated experience in municipal infrastructure development, particularly pedestrian and transportation-related construction projects.