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Iowa DAS Solicits Construction Services for Terrace Hill Parking Lot Retaining Wall Repairs

The Iowa Department of Administrative Services (DAS) is seeking construction services for the repair and replacement of the retaining wall at the Terrace Hill Parking Lot in Des Moines, Iowa. - Government Buyer: - Iowa Department of Administrative Services (DAS) - Project managed by Michael Bradbury - Project Scope: - Demolition and removal of existing retaining wall and related structures - Excavation, grading, and dewatering for site preparation - Installation of new cast-in-place concrete retaining wall (4000 psi strength) - Concrete reinforcing steel (ASTM A615/A615M Grade 60, epoxy coated) - Metal fabrications, including steel pipe railing (ASTM A36) - Application of joint sealers (elastomeric and high-performance silicone) - High-performance coatings for ferrous metals (MPI and SSPC compliant) - Concrete paving for sidewalks, curbs, and parking areas - Pavement markings (AASHTO and MUTCD compliant) - Sodding with Kentucky Bluegrass and site restoration - Installation of subdrainage system (PVC perforated pipe, filter aggregate, filter fabric) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compliance with Iowa State Building Code and federal regulations - Affirmative action/equal employment opportunity and targeted small business participation - Online bid submission via IMPACS Electronic Procurement System - Identification of subcontractors within 48 hours post-bid - Project is exempt from Iowa sales tax and does not require Davis Bacon wages - No hazardous asbestos or lead-based paint above regulatory levels found - Project manual and engineering drawings provided by OPN Architects and Raker Rhodes Engineering - No specific OEMs or product brands are named; the project is open to qualified construction contractors.

Description

The Iowa Department of Administrative Services is soliciting bids for repairs to the Terrace Hill Parking Lot Retaining Wall located at 2300 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50312. The project involves construction work to repair the retaining wall as specified in the bid documents. Bids must be submitted through the IMPACS Electronic Procurement System by July 28, 2026, and the project is expected to begin construction on August 24, 2026, with completion in September 2026. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for July 16, 2026, at the project site, which is recommended but not mandatory.

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