City of Grinnell - Water Treatment Plant Street Improvements Project 2026
City of GrinnellCity · Grinnell, IA- Due
- Oct 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 22, 2026
- Primary contact
- Alyssa Devig
The 30-second brief
Sealed proposals for the Water Treatment Plant Street Improvements Project will be received by the City Clerk of the City of Grinnell, Iowa, until 2:00 P.M. on October 27, 2026. The work involves just under 7 blocks of street reconstruction including surface removals, grading, storm sewer work, manhole replacement, subgrade preparation, modified subbase, PCC paving, lighting installation and electrical system improvements, general restoration, seeding, and cleanup along 3rd Avenue, 2nd Avenue, Main Street, and State Street. Bidders must submit a bid security in the amount of 5% of the bid via certified or cashier's check or bid bond. A performance, payment, and maintenance bond equal to 100% of the contract price is required, guaranteeing workmanship for four years. Liquidated damages are $500 per calendar day.
Street, Driveway and sidewalk construction on 3rd Avenue, 2nd Avenue, Main Street and State Street including surface removals, Grading, Storm sewer work, Manhole replacement, Subgrade preparation, Modified subbase, PCC paving, Lighting installation and electrical system improvements, General restoration, Seeding and cleanup
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Summary
Sealed proposals for the Water Treatment Plant Street Improvements Project will be received by the City Clerk of the City of Grinnell, Iowa, until 2:00 P.M. on October 27, 2026.
The work involves just under 7 blocks of street reconstruction including surface removals, grading, storm sewer work, manhole replacement, subgrade preparation, modified subbase, PCC paving, lighting installation and electrical system improvements, general restoration, seeding, and cleanup along 3rd Avenue, 2nd Avenue, Main Street, and State Street. Bidders must submit a bid security in the amount of 5% of the bid via certified or cashier's check or bid bond. A performance, payment, and maintenance bond equal to 100% of the contract price is required, guaranteeing workmanship for four years. Liquidated damages are $500 per calendar day.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
13- Street
- Driveway and sidewalk construction on 3rd Avenue
- 2nd Avenue
- Main Street and State Street including surface removals
- Grading
- Storm sewer work
- Manhole replacement
- Subgrade preparation
- Modified subbase
- PCC paving
- Lighting installation and electrical system improvements
- General restoration
- Seeding and cleanup
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
certified or cashier's check or bid bond in the amount of 5% of the bid, official bidding blanks
- Submit to
- Council Chambers, City Hall, 520 Fourth Avenue, Grinnell, Iowa 50112
- Scope location
- Grinnell, Iowa
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Grinnell?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 27, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Council Chambers, City Hall, 520 Fourth Avenue, Grinnell, Iowa 50112. For questions, contact Alyssa Devig.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Grinnell 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 Alyssa Devig. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Street, Driveway and sidewalk construction on 3rd Avenue, 2nd Avenue, Main Street and State Street including surface removals, Grading, Storm sewer work, Manhole replacement, Subgrade preparation, Modified subbase, PCC paving, Lighting installation and electrical system improvements, General restora. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Grinnell?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Grinnell are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Grinnell 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: certified or cashier's check or bid bond in the amount of 5% of the bid, official bidding blanks. Review the full document from City of Grinnell for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Grinnell, Iowa. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.