This contract is a competitive bid for the reconstruction of a box‑bridge culvert (Project B516) on Diagonal Road over a tributary of the Ninnescah River in Clearwater, Kansas. Sedgwick County Public Works issued a Request for Bids, held a mandatory pre‑bid conference on July 17 2025, and received two bids. The award was granted to Klaver Construction Co., Inc. for $847,503.25, with the Board of County Commissioners approving the award on August 6 2025. The work includes replacing the existing culvert, improving hydraulic function, realigning the roadway, and coordinating with the K&O Railroad for a combined closure.
• Scope: Box‑bridge culvert replacement, road realignment, hydraulic upgrades, and railroad coordination.
• Budget: Engineer’s estimate $932,258.75; awarded contract $847,503.25 (Firm‑Fixed‑Price).
• Procurement: Full and open competition; 62 vendors were notified, but only two submitted bids.