Cedar Rapids Ionwave #3318551-01

Cedar Rapids 8th Avenue Bridge Replacement and Floodwall Construction Solicitation

The City of Cedar Rapids Engineering Department is seeking bids for the comprehensive 8th Avenue Bridge Replacement and Floodwalls at Cedar River project. - Government Buyer: - City of Cedar Rapids Engineering Department - Scope of Work: - Demolition of the existing 8th Avenue bridge - Construction of a new cable-stayed river bridge - Installation of flood control system components, including floodwalls and related infrastructure - Approach roadways, traffic improvements, sidewalks, and trail reconstruction - Utility reconstruction and relocation (sanitary, storm, and water mains) - Lighting, landscaping, and site restoration - Products and Materials Requested: - Large quantities of concrete, steel (including structural steel, reinforcing steel, and stainless steel), geotextiles, and specialized bridge components - Specialized items such as anti-ram bollards, crash beams, modular expansion joints, stay cable systems, and architectural lighting - Utility and drainage components: PVC and RCP pipes, manholes, intakes, subdrains, and related fittings - Traffic control devices, pavement markings, fencing, and gates - Landscaping materials: sod, trees, ornamental grasses, and seeding - Services Requested: - Construction survey, mobilization, temporary traffic control, SWPPP management, vibration and noise monitoring, and flood emergency response planning - Notable Requirements: - Project involves complex civil, structural, and utility work with significant quantities (e.g., over 3.8 million lbs of structural steel, 1,250 calendar day duration) - Includes both demolition and new construction, with specialized bridge erection and flood mitigation features - No specific OEMs are named, but certain items reference proprietary or branded solutions (e.g., Landscape Forms benches, modular expansion joints) - Estimated contract value: $123,000,000 - No OEMs are explicitly listed; the opportunity is open to qualified civil and bridge construction contractors and suppliers.

Description

This solicitation is a Request for Bid for the 8th Avenue Bridge Replacement and Floodwalls at Cedar River project in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The project scope includes demolition of the existing bridge, construction of a new cable-stayed river bridge, flood control system components, approach roadways, traffic improvements, sidewalks, trail reconstruction, utility reconstruction, and lighting. The project spans from 1st Street SW to 3rd Street SE along 8th Avenue SE/SW and Diagonal Drive SW. The engineer's opinion of probable cost is $123,000,000, with an anticipated start date upon Notice to Proceed in January or February 2027 and a final completion timeline of 1,250 calendar days.

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