Convention Drive Reconstruction

The City of Elko is procuring a full reconstruction of Convention Drive, including removal and replacement of curb, gutter, sidewalks, pavement, and related sub‑grade work. The contract is a sealed‑bid, competitive solicitation with a mandatory pre‑bid conference on June 10 2026 and a bid deadline of July 1 2026. The award was made to Element Construction, and the contract term is 90 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed, with liquidated damages of $1,000 per day for overruns. The scope includes over‑excavation, geotextile installation, new Type 1 curb & gutter, new sidewalks, reinforced approach pavement, curb ramps, traffic‑control planning, and a required storm‑water pollution prevention plan. • Project value estimated at roughly $1 million (engineer’s estimate $1,075,000; lowest responsive bid $895,086). • Mandatory licensing: Nevada contractor’s license and Elko business license; bid bond equal to 10 % of total bid. • Prevailing‑wage compliance required; performance and payment bonds equal to contract price.