S. 35th Street Trail Reconstruction

The City of West Des Moines is seeking bids for the reconstruction of the S. 35th Street Trail. The project involves the furnishing of all labor, equipment, and materials for the construction of improvements, including earthwork, trail pavement, and surface restoration. The project requires the reconstruction of an existing trail along S. 35th Street, with approximate quantities of 4,300 SY PCC shared use path pavement, 400 SY PCC driveway pavement, 350 CY earthwork, and 2 acres of seeding. The successful bidder will be required to furnish a performance and payment bond in the amount of 100% of the contract price, guaranteeing faithful performance of the contract and payment to all persons supplying labor and/or materials. Some key points to consider: • The project has a deadline for completion of August 15, 2026. • Liquidated damages of $200 per day will be assessed for each day the work remains uncompleted after the contract period. • The City reserves the right to reject any and/or all bids and to waive any and/or all technicalities and/or all irregularities. • A pre-bid meeting is not mentioned in the document, but a public hearing will be held on May 18, 2026, at 5:35 p.m. • The project is subject to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources' requirements for Stormwater Discharge Associated with Industrial Activity for Construction Activities.