The City of Des Moines is soliciting sealed bids for various property improvement projects for the 2026 calendar year. The bid includes setting standard rates for common property repairs. An optional pre-submission conference will be held on February 25, 2026. Bids must be submitted electronically by March 31, 2026. The initial contracts shall commence upon award and terminate on December 31, 2023, with the possibility of four additional one-year terms. All pricing must be held firm for the initial contract period. The city intends to award to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder. Insurance is required before the commencement of work. The city reserves the right to award on an item-by-item basis or on the total of all items. The lowest bid will be determined based on the lowest unit price per line item. Payment will be made within thirty 30 calendar days from receipt of proper invoice. All improvements must be warrantied for a minimum of twelve 12 months after the date of final inspection. The contractor is responsible for training their employees in safety and health regulations. Bids may be modified or withdrawn prior to the time and date set for the opening.
The bid notice states that the 2026 construction season is anticipated to begin April 2026 and last through October 2026, weather permitting.
The bid notice states, Payment may be made only after inspection and acceptance by the using department. Following acceptance, payment shall be made within thirty 30 calendar days from receipt of proper invoice.
The bid notice states, The warranty must extend to the current owner and to the subsequent owners. The warranty will take effect on the date of certification of final inspection and extend for a minimum of twelve 12 months thereafter.
The bid notice states, The city intends to award to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.
The bid notice states, Bids will be considered only from companies which are regularly engaged in the business as described in this request for bid document with a record of performance, which have sufficient financial support, equipment, and organization to ensure that they can satisfactorily execute the service if awarded a contract under the terms and conditions stated herein.
An optional presubmission conference will be held at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.
The question deadline is February 27, 2026.
