Douglas County - Fire Station #70 Construction - OPW 54706 (2026)
Douglas CountyCounty · Omaha, NE- Due
- Jul 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 17, 2026
- Primary contact
- Carol Buhr
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Summary
Douglas County requests bids for constructing a new 12,512-square-foot, precast concrete fire station with three apparatus bays at 180th Street and George Miller Parkway in Omaha, NE. The project includes initial site development of an undeveloped lot, a mandatory soil surcharge process, utility connections, parking lots, and landscaping.
The contract features an SEB reserve, an Economic Sustainability Plan (ESP) requirement, and optional apprentice utilization via the Apprenticeship Incentive Form (AIF). Bidders must possess a Class A or B City of Omaha General Contractor's License. Bids are due by July 22, 2026, with a bid bond or acceptable substitute required.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
14- Bid Invitation
- OPW 54706 – Specifications.pdf
- OPW 54706 - Drawings.pdf
- OPW 54706 - eBidBond.xlsx
- Exhibit A_SEB Participation Disclosure form (bidders) ADA.docx
- Exhibit B_Certificate of Compliance (ADA).docx
- Exhibit C_Responsible Contractor Compliance Form (ADA).docx
- Exhibit D_Affidavit for Emp Class Act (ADA) 02 18 2025.docx
- Exhibit E_Apprentice Incentive form (AIF) (ADA).docx
- 2025 ESP Rules and Plan Template.pdf
- Bid Submittal I
- C
- P or JV form (ADA).docx
- Bid bond
- Submit to
- https://www.demandstar.com/app/limited/bids/539234/details
- Scope location
- Omaha, NE
- Projected sq ft
- 12,512 sq ft
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Douglas County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 22, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.demandstar.com/app/limited/bids/539234/details. For questions, contact Carol Buhr.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Douglas County in NE, 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 Carol Buhr. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Douglas County?
All active and historical solicitations from Douglas County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Douglas County 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: Bid Invitation, OPW 54706 – Specifications.pdf, OPW 54706 - Drawings.pdf, OPW 54706 - eBidBond.xlsx, Exhibit A_SEB Participation Disclosure form (bidders) ADA.docx, Exhibit B_Certificate of Compliance. Review the full document from Douglas 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: Omaha, NE. The total projected area is 12512 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.