The Iowa Department of Administrative Services is soliciting sealed bids for the complete demolition, reconstruction, and related electrical work of Parking Lot 2 on the west side of the Hoover building in Des Moines. The scope includes removal of existing pavement and utilities, sub‑grade preparation, new concrete pavement with curbs and striping, installation of light‑pole foundations and LED fixtures, storm‑water management, erosion control, and final site restoration (sod, power‑wash, and landscaping). Bidders must submit a 5 % bid security, comply with state affirmative‑action requirements, and provide targeted small‑business subcontractor information. The project is tax‑exempt, Davis‑Bacon does not apply, and construction is scheduled to begin August 24 2026 and finish November 12 2026.
• Full civil‑construction scope: demolition, grading, PCC paving, curbs, ADA‑compliant parking stalls, striping, and site restoration.
• Electrical scope: removal, salvage, and re‑installation of existing light poles, new hand‑holes, conduit, and LED lighting.
• Mandatory bid security (5 % of total bid) and required submission of non‑discrimination and small‑business information.
• Optional pre‑bid meeting on July 13 2026; questions due by July 15 2026; bid deadline July 21 2026.