City of Urbandale Hickman Road Trail Engineering Design RFP 2026 - 100th to 111th Street
City of UrbandaleCity · Urbandale, IA- Due
- Feb 19, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 3, 2026
- Primary contact
- John Larson
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Urbandale, Iowa, is soliciting proposals from qualified engineering firms for design services for a 10-foot wide PCC trail connection from 100th Street to 111th Street. This project is an extension of the trail associated with the Hickman Road Interchange improvements and has been awarded $400,000 in federal STBG TAP funding. Scope includes DOT concept preparation, hydraulic and hydrologic modeling for culvert extensions or a pedestrian bridge, preliminary and final design, permitting, and bidding assistance. All work must comply with applicable DOT requirements. Proposals are due by February 19, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. CST. Questions should be directed to John Larson, Director of Engineering and Public Works.
DOT concept preparation, Hydraulic and Hydrologic modeling, Preliminary and final design, Permitting, Bidding assistance services
Evaluated by a panel of City staff
SUMMARY
The City of Urbandale, Iowa, is soliciting proposals from qualified engineering firms for design services for a 10-foot wide PCC trail connection from 100th Street to 111th Street.
This project is an extension of the trail associated with the Hickman Road Interchange improvements and has been awarded $400,000 in federal STBG TAP funding. Scope includes DOT concept preparation, hydraulic and hydrologic modeling for culvert extensions or a pedestrian bridge, preliminary and final design, permitting, and bidding assistance. All work must comply with applicable DOT requirements. Proposals are due by February 19, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. CST. Questions should be directed to John Larson, Director of Engineering and Public Works.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Evaluated by a panel of City staff
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- DOT concept preparation
- Hydraulic and Hydrologic modeling
- Preliminary and final design
- Permitting
- Bidding assistance services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
https://www.urbandale.org/DocumentCenter/View/16315
- Scope location
- Urbandale, IA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Urbandale?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 19, 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. For questions, contact John Larson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Urbandale 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 RFP 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 John Larson. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: DOT concept preparation, Hydraulic and Hydrologic modeling, Preliminary and final design, Permitting, Bidding assistance services. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Evaluated by a panel of City staff" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Urbandale?
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What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: https://www.urbandale.org/DocumentCenter/View/16315. Review the full document from City of Urbandale for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Urbandale, IA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.