County of Dane - Lake Accessibility & Stormwater Improvements at Babcock Park - RFB No. 326028 (2026)
Dane CountyCounty · Dane County, WI- Due
- Nov 17, 2026
- 31 days left
- Posted
- Sep 29, 2026
- Primary contact
- Ryan Shore
- (608) 445-0109
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Dane County is seeking bids for Lake Accessibility & Stormwater Improvements at Babcock Park located in McFarland, WI. The project involves excavation, grading, stormwater facilities, and user access improvements delivered under a lump sum contract. Key scopes include earthwork, storm sewer installation, concrete work, asphalt paving, structural steel, stone masonry, electrical lighting, and native seeding. Work covers Babcock County Park at 2909 US Hwy 51. The submission deadline is November 17, 2026, at 2:00 PM. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 21, 2026, at 1:00 PM. Questions are due by October 28, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Requirements include Best Value Contractor (BVC) pre-qualification, a 5% bid guarantee, and a 10% Emerging Small Business (ESB) goal.
Perform all work as detailed in the construction documents.
Lowest dollar amount submitted by responsible bidder on Base Bid combined with additive Owner accepted alternates
SUMMARY
Dane County is seeking bids for Lake Accessibility & Stormwater Improvements at Babcock Park located in McFarland, WI. The project involves excavation, grading, stormwater facilities, and user access improvements delivered under a lump sum contract.
Key scopes include earthwork, storm sewer installation, concrete work, asphalt paving, structural steel, stone masonry, electrical lighting, and native seeding. Work covers Babcock County Park at 2909 US Hwy 51. The submission deadline is November 17, 2026, at 2:00 PM. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 21, 2026, at 1:00 PM. Questions are due by October 28, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Requirements include Best Value Contractor (BVC) pre-qualification, a 5% bid guarantee, and a 10% Emerging Small Business (ESB) goal.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest dollar amount submitted by responsible bidder on Base Bid combined with additive Owner accepted alternates
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Perform all work as detailed in the construction documents.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Bid Guarantee
- Proposed Subcontractor List
- W9 Upload
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/countyofdane
- Scope location
- McFarland, WI
- Reported agency
- County of Dane
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from Dane County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 17, 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: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/countyofdane. For questions, contact Ryan Shore.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Dane County in WI, 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 Shore at (608) 445-0109. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Perform all work as detailed in the construction documents.. 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: "Lowest dollar amount submitted by responsible bidder on Base Bid combined with additive Owner accepted alternates" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Dane County?
All active and historical solicitations from Dane County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Dane County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 17, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Bid Guarantee, Proposed Subcontractor List, W9 Upload. Review the full document from Dane County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: McFarland, WI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.