Description
This Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship bid seeks a qualified contractor to design and construct a Breakpoint nutrient‑reduction wetland in Emmet County. Scope includes selective clearing, excavation, grading, installation of ~2,172 ft² of steel sheet piles, tile drains, an aluminum water‑control structure, stop‑log storage, riprap (672 tons) with concrete grout, placement of 50 tons of macadam stone, and seeding of 17.3 acres. The project involves roughly 6,000 cubic yards of earthwork and an estimated construction cost of $375‑$475 k. Completion is required by September 15 2027 for construction and December 15 2027 for seeding, with strict adherence to Iowa specifications for erosion control, seeding windows, and environmental protection.