Water Control Structure Replacement, Four Mile Lake WPA, Emmet Co

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking bids for a Water Control Structure Replacement project at Four Mile Lake Wildlife Production Area (WPA) in Emmet County, Iowa, with Project #24-01-32-01. The procurement involves replacing a failed 4-foot round corrugated metal pipe water control structure with a new 4'x4' precast concrete structure, including installation of 20 linear feet of dual wall HDPE pipe, tile field connections, and comprehensive site restoration. Key deliverables include mobilization, temporary fencing, dewatering, pipe installation, concrete work, steel fabrication, and environmental site restoration. Bids must be submitted electronically to constructionbids@dnr.iowa.gov by February 13, 2025, at 3:00 PM, with a project completion date of June 27, 2025. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, with unit prices prevailing if the bid is not a lump sum. Evaluation will consider compliance with technical specifications, federal funding requirements, and ability to meet project timelines. Liquidated damages of $100 per day will be assessed for late completion.

The procurement includes specific requirements for minority and women's business enterprises (MBE/WBE), mandating good faith efforts to include disadvantaged business enterprises in the project. Federal funding is involved, requiring extensive compliance documentation, including EPA forms certifying debarment status, non-segregated facilities, and lobbying restrictions. Contractors must maintain specific insurance coverage, including $250,000 per person and $500,000 per occurrence for public liability, and $250,000 per occurrence for property damage. The project has federal oversight, necessitating compliance with EPA regulations and Department of Interior requirements. Bidders must complete and submit various federal certification forms, including those related to debarment, non-discrimination, and lobbying activities. Subcontractors will be required to adhere to the same federal compliance standards. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the project and federal involvement suggest a significant capital investment for the water control structure replacement and associated environmental work.