Ames Animal Services Facility

The City of Ames is soliciting sealed bids for the design‑build construction of a new addition and extensive renovation of the existing pre‑engineered metal building that houses the Ames Animal Services Facility. The scope includes demolition, interior remodels, upgraded entrance and fenestration systems, exterior cladding, screen walls, louvers, and full‑service civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and telecommunications work. Bidders must be registered suppliers in the AmesBids system, provide a bid bond, and be prepared to furnish a performance and payment bond equal to 100 % of the contract price. The contract will be awarded at the City Council meeting on October 13 2026, with work required to be substantially complete by September 17 2027. • New building addition and renovation of an existing pre‑engineered metal structure. • Interior finishes, entrance systems, fenestration, exterior cladding, screen walls, louvers. • Full civil, structural, MEP, and telecommunications engineering. • Mandatory pre‑bid site inspection on 10 Sept 2026, 11 AM CT at 2715 Dayton Ave, Ames, IA. • Bid submission electronically via AmesBids by 2 PM CT 30 Sept 2026. • Performance and payment bond required (100 % of contract price). • Completion deadline: 17 Sept 2027.