Description
The Alburnett Road Extension Project is a state‑level highway construction contract to extend Alburnett Road in Marion, Iowa. The engineer’s estimate is approximately $11.7 M, with five competing contractors submitting bids ranging from $12.4 M to $15.8 M, indicating a final award likely in the mid‑$10 M to low‑$20 M range. The bid opening is scheduled for August 18 2026, and no additional pre‑bid meetings, site visits, or question periods are noted.
• Scope: Extend Alburnett Road (highway/road construction) – no detailed design specifications were provided.
• Budget: Engineer’s estimate $11,742,345; submitted bids $12.4 M‑$15.8 M.
• Competition: Five bidders; lowest bid 5.5 % over the estimate, suggesting a tight market.
• Timeline: Only bid opening date (August 18 2026) is given; no award or contract start dates disclosed.
• Agency: Iowa Department of Transportation, indicating state procurement procedures.