Southwest Area Right of Way Improvements

The Town of Telluride is soliciting competitive bids for the Southwest Area Right of Way Improvements project, a comprehensive infrastructure upgrade targeting West Pacific Avenue and South Davis Street. The procurement is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) seeking qualified contractors to remove existing right-of-way infrastructure and install new street elements including sidewalks, curb and gutter, cross pans, asphalt paving, pedestrian lighting, communications and electrical conduit, stormwater inlets and sewer, landscaping, signage, and accessibility ramps. Contractors must submit detailed qualifications demonstrating financial stability, previous experience, and current project commitments, with a mandatory 5% bid security required. The project timeline includes bid documents available on February 18, 2025, a mandatory pre-bid meeting on February 26, 2025, and bids due on March 18, 2025 at noon, with contract award anticipated on March 28, 2025, and project completion expected by October 31, 2025. Bidders must comply with local regulations, including Town of Telluride business licensing requirements, and will be evaluated based on their technical capabilities, project understanding, and ability to meet stringent design and construction specifications outlined in the town's comprehensive Design Standards and Construction Specifications manual.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged business enterprises. Performance and payment bonds will be required for the selected contractor, with the town reserving the right to retain 100% of payments for unsatisfactory performance. Monthly payments will cover 90% of completed work, with final payment contingent upon satisfactory project completion. While the total project budget is not explicitly stated in the documents, the comprehensive bid quantities worksheet and detailed project drawings suggest a significant capital investment in municipal infrastructure. Work is prohibited during the Telluride Bluegrass Festival (June 18-20, 2025) and generally not permitted on weekends without prior approval. The project emphasizes local coordination, requiring contractors to work closely with adjacent residents, maintain access, and adhere to strict traffic control and safety regulations throughout the construction period. The improvements are specifically designed to enhance a critical bypass route that serves the Galloping Goose public transit bus, indicating a strategic municipal investment in transportation infrastructure.