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The City of Emporia is soliciting sealed bids for the Commercial Street Stormsewer Improvements Project (No. SW2601), spanning from 8th Ave to 10th Ave. The scope of work includes mobilization, installation of 754 linear feet of 54-inch concrete stormsewer (RCP), 763 square yards of concrete pavement removal and replacement, curb and gutter work, handicap ramp installation, decorative brick inlay, and retaining wall construction. Additional components involve flowable fill, manhole installations at 8th and 9th Avenues, waterline replacements (6-inch and 10-inch C-900), gate valves, and traffic control. Bidders must provide a 5% bid bond and will be required to furnish 100% performance and maintenance bonds upon award. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for September 22, 2026, and final bids are due by September 29, 2026.
Lowest responsible bidder
certified check, cashier's check, bidder's bond, signed contractor’s acknowledgement of 2018 Master Set of Specifications
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Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 29, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City of Emporia City Clerk's Office at 104 E. 5th Ave, Emporia KS. For questions, contact Kerry Sull.
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest responsible bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: certified check, cashier's check, bidder's bond, signed contractor’s acknowledgement of 2018 Master Set of Specifications. Review the full document from City of Emporia for the complete list.
Most government agencies, including City of Emporia in KS, 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.
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.
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Kerry Sull at (620) 343-4260. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Emporia, KS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
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