City of Cedar Rapids - 8th Avenue Bridge Contractor Outreach Presentation - 2026
Cedar Rapids Housing ServicesLocal Housing Authority · Cedar Rapids, IA- Due
- Sep 11, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 24, 2026
- Primary contact
- Ryan Boyce
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Summary
City of Cedar Rapids is issuing an upcoming procurement and contractor outreach for the 8th Avenue Bridge Replacement project over the Cedar River.
The scope includes civil works, demolition of the existing 1937 bridge, and construction of a new 710-foot single tower cable-stayed bridge featuring a 229-foot tower, steel girder superstructure with composite concrete deck, approach roadway construction, floodwall and MSE retaining wall construction, temporary in-river causeways, and riverfront trail reconstruction. Material requirements involve earthwork, cast-in-place concrete, precast deck panels, structural steel, drilled shafts, and HP piles under a Design-Bid-Build contract. Bids are anticipated to be issued around August 26, 2026, with bid opening on November 4, 2026, and a submission deadline for this outreach event on September 11, 2026.
- Submit to
- Engineering, 500 15th Avenue SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404-2631 USA
- Scope location
- Cedar Rapids, IA
- Reported agency
- City of Cedar Rapids
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Cedar Rapids Housing Services?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 11, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: Engineering, 500 15th Avenue SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404-2631 USA. For questions, contact Ryan Boyce.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Cedar Rapids Housing Services in IA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Ryan Boyce. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Cedar Rapids Housing Services?
All active and historical solicitations from Cedar Rapids Housing Services are tracked and searchable. As a local housing authority agency, Cedar Rapids Housing Services regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. Review the full document from Cedar Rapids Housing Services for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cedar Rapids, IA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.