Safe Routes to School - Palmer Street

The City of Grand Junction is soliciting competitive bids for the Safe Routes to School - Palmer Street project, a comprehensive infrastructure improvement initiative located in Colorado. The procurement is an Invitation for Bid (IFB-5665-25-DD) seeking qualified contractors to complete sidewalk installation, ADA ramps, storm infrastructure, and roadway widening along Palmer Street. Bidders must provide detailed unit pricing for various project components, including excavation, concrete work, asphalt placement, and traffic control. The project has a targeted completion time of 45 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed, with a planned start date no later than June 16, 2025. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for April 24, 2025, at 3:30 PM at City Hall Auditorium, and electronic bid responses must be submitted through the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System by May 19, 2025, prior to 2:00 PM. Contractors are expected to verify all dimensions and project scope prior to bid submission, and the City reserves the right to award the contract based on the most favorable offer.

The project is partially funded by a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and will be constructed in accordance with Davis-Bacon Wage Rate Determination, requiring contractors to comply with federal labor standards and prevailing wage requirements. Bidders must submit various compliance forms related to workforce needs, minority and women-owned business participation, and ownership information. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned, the procurement suggests an emphasis on inclusive contracting practices. The total project budget includes a $15,000 allocation for minor contract revisions, with the City maintaining flexibility to reject any or all bids. Contractors will need to demonstrate compliance with federal regulations, provide comprehensive documentation, and show capability to complete the infrastructure improvements within the specified timeframe and budget constraints.