The City of Yakima awarded a municipal public‑works contract to Belsaas & Smith Construction, Inc. for the Complete Streets Sidewalk Improvement Project (City Project No. 2458). The scope encompasses design‑build activities for sidewalk, curb, gutter, curb‑ramp, fence, signage, and storm‑sewer improvements on four city streets (Swan Ave, Viola Ave, Race St, and Powerhouse Ave). The bid was competitively solicited, with four firms submitting bids; the award was made on December 2 2019 after a bid opening on November 27 2019. The contract value for the awarded vendor is approximately $371 k, with line‑item unit pricing and a 5 % bid‑bond requirement per item.
• Works include new 4‑in and 6‑in concrete sidewalks, curb and gutter installation, accessibility curb ramps, temporary traffic control, fence reconstruction, and utility trench work on Powerhouse Ave.
• The project is funded through the City’s Transportation Improvement Bank (TIB) (Project No. C‑E 180(001)‑1).
• Awarded via full and open competition; no set‑aside or renewal provisions are noted.