Communication Tower Removal Services

The Iowa Department of Transportation is seeking competitive bids for Communication Tower Removal Services. The contractor will be responsible for removing antennas, antenna mounts, and cabling, as well as obtaining all necessary permits and restoring any disturbed areas to their original condition. The contractor must also provide proof of current Tower Climbing Certificates and other safety credentials. The contract will be for a period of one year, with an option to renew for up to five additional years. The DOT estimates that five towers will need to be removed prior to the end of the fiscal year, June 30, 2026. • The contractor must remove the tower with the assistance of a crane. • The contractor is responsible for costs for crane rental or third-party contractors. • The contractor must restore any disturbance of sod, soil, gravel, driveway, or building structure to original condition. • The contractor must provide electronic invoices to both Alex Mathias and Julie Duncan. • The contractor must have a minimum of a Telecommunications Tower Technician certification, or equivalent, and be certified and/or accredited by the National Association of Tower Erectors (NATE), or equivalent.