Conservancy Government Bids & RFPs

The work shall be commenced by the contractor no later than , and shall be substantially completed not later than . Final completion of the work shall be no later than .

Northern Water shall make progress payments based on applications for payment for work actually completed, less 5 percent retainage. Final payment shall be made within 60 days after the work is completed to the reasonable satisfaction of and finally accepted by Northern Water.

A minimum five-year warranty or the manufacturer's standard warranty, if longer, for crash-rated vehicle barriers and automated slide gate operators. A minimum two-year workmanship warranty covering installation defects, programming and configuration errors, alignment and adjustment issues, and foundation deficiencies attributable to installation.

The contractor represents that its personnel have visited the site and are financially solvent, able to pay its debts, and have sufficient working capital to perform the work. The contractor must also be authorized to do business in Colorado and properly licensed.

The contractor represents that its personnel have visited the site and familiarized themselves with the local conditions under which the work is to be performed.

The contractor shall review, approve and submit all shop drawings, product data and samples required by the contract documents.

In the event of the contractor's noncompliance with nondiscrimination clauses or related rules, the agreement may be canceled, terminated, or suspended, and the contractor may be declared ineligible for further government contracts.

Proposals are due by August 18, 2026, at 2:00 PM.

The document does not specify payment terms, but mentions a minimum acceptable bid of $50,000 and a performance bond requirement.

Proposals will be evaluated based on demonstrated capabilities, professional qualifications, experience, the wherewithal to render services timely, total proposed cost, and completeness. The selection may be based on best value or lowest responsible bidder.

Proposers must provide a statement of qualifications including a brief history, identification of assigned staff with qualifications, evidence of licenses and certifications, at least three references, a signed cover letter, evidence of experience, and proof of trained crewmembers. Those involved in felling, handling, and removal of trees must be trained logger certified (TLC) or supervised by a TLC worker.

The contractor will be held liable for any unmarked trees cut, injured, or destroyed. Damage to more than 5% of the residual forest is considered excessive and may result in forfeiture of the performance bond and contract termination. Failure to provide the performance bond may result in withdrawal of the award and forfeiture of proposal security.

It is recommended that all bidders visit the timber sale site to verify estimated quantities and qualities. Contact Alex Ashby to make an appointment. IDs and vehicle information must be supplied two business days prior to the visit.

The document does not specify a challenge deadline.

Failure to include all required items in the proposal may result in it being considered nonresponsive. Mistakes in proposal preparation may lead to disqualification from further proposal on the work if not corrected promptly.

The minimum acceptable bid is $50,****.

All work must be completed on or before October 9, 2026. All work must be completed on or before October 9, 2026.

Proposals will be evaluated based on proposal pricing, evaluation of the preliminary work plan and scheduling, evaluation of professional qualifications and capabilities, related experience, attention to requests and requirements, and results of interview if conducted. The evaluation and award of this proposal shall be rated on the following not in any relevant order: proposal pricing for treatment implementation evaluation of the preliminary work plan and scheduling evaluation of professional qualifications and capabilities of the firm and its project management and assigned personnel to perform requested services.

Contractors must be certified pesticide applicators and follow all state and federal regulations. They must also provide evidence of facilities, equipment, and personnel, including pesticide applicator business license and proof of commercial pesticide applicator status for all employees. The contractor shall also furnish complete evidence a resume or professional services overview document that they have the facilities, equipment, personnel, etc. to complete the project.

Failure of the successful vendor to accept contractual obligations may result in cancellation of the award. Failure of the successful vendor to accept these obligations may result in cancellation of the award.

Bids will be received until Monday, July 20, 2026, at 5:00 PM local time. until monday, july 20, 2026 at 5:00 pm local time

Refer to the instructions to bidders for all further requirements regarding bid submittal, qualifications, procedures, and contract award. Refer to the instructions to bidders.

A mandatory pre-bid conference will be held on Tuesday, July 7th, 2026 at 10:00 am. A mandatory prebid conference for the project will be held on tuesday, july 7th, **** at 10:00 am

Bids will not be accepted from bidders that do not attend the mandatory prebid conference. Bids will not be accepted from bidders that do not attend the mandatory prebid conference.