Story County Conservation - Tedesco Environmental Learning Corridor Phase 4 - TELC Phase 4
Story CountyCounty · Nevada, IA- Due
- Mar 3, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 10, 2026
- Primary contact
- Monica Gibbs
- (515) 223-8104
The 30-second brief
Story County Conservation seeks bids for the construction of a new park shelter and parking lot at the Tedesco Environmental Learning Corridor (TELC) Phase 4 project in Ames, Iowa. The work includes a 1,180 square foot pre-manufactured park shelter, accessible parking stalls, accessible sidewalks, permeable pavers, landscaping, earthwork, utility extensions, site lighting, signage, and site restoration. Bids are due by March 3, 2026, at 9:30 AM. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for February 23, 2026, at 3:00 PM at the McFarland Conservation Center in Ames. Questions must be submitted in writing by February 27, 2026. Bidders must supply a 5% bid security and be prepared to submit performance and payment bonds.
Lowest responsible, responsive bidder
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Summary
Story County Conservation seeks bids for the construction of a new park shelter and parking lot at the Tedesco Environmental Learning Corridor (TELC) Phase 4 project in Ames, Iowa.
The work includes a 1,180 square foot pre-manufactured park shelter, accessible parking stalls, accessible sidewalks, permeable pavers, landscaping, earthwork, utility extensions, site lighting, signage, and site restoration. Bids are due by March 3, 2026, at 9:30 AM. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for February 23, 2026, at 3:00 PM at the McFarland Conservation Center in Ames. Questions must be submitted in writing by February 27, 2026. Bidders must supply a 5% bid security and be prepared to submit performance and payment bonds.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible, responsive bidder
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Bid Form
- Bid security
- Residency status statement
- Performance bond
- Payment bond
- Out-of-State Contractor Bond
- Submit to
- Story County Administration Building, 900 6th Street, Auditor's Office, Second Floor, Nevada, IA 50201
- Scope location
- Ames, IA
- Projected sq ft
- 1,180 sq ft
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Story County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 3, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Story County Administration Building, 900 6th Street, Auditor's Office, Second Floor, Nevada, IA 50201. For questions, contact Monica Gibbs.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Story County 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 Monica Gibbs at (515) 223-8104. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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 responsible, responsive bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Story County?
All active and historical solicitations from Story County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Story 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 Form, Bid security, Residency status statement, Performance bond, Payment bond, Out-of-State Contractor Bond. Review the full document from Story 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: Ames, IA. The total projected area is 1180 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.