Downtown Skywalk Signage Replacement

The City of Des Moines is seeking a qualified contractor to replace and upgrade all wayfinding signage throughout the downtown skywalk system. The work includes demolition of existing signage, fabrication, and installation of new static directional signs, both overhead and wall‑mounted, in accordance with the SUDAS 2025 Standard Specifications and contract documents. Bids must be submitted electronically through the City’s BidExpress system by the deadline, and a 10 % bid bond is required. The project must be completed no later than December 31 2026. • Scope: Demolition of existing skywalk signage (Item 2) and fabrication/installation of new static directional signage (Item 1). • Contract value estimated at $550,000; bid bond of 10 % of the bid total is required. • Electronic bid submission only; paper or fax bids will not be considered. • Completion deadline: December 31 2026; work must commence after award and issuance of Notice to Proceed. • Mandatory electronic signature and compliance with Iowa labor registration and bonding requirements.