Replacement of Bridge 9 on MKT Trail

The City of Columbia, Missouri is seeking qualified contractors to design, fabricate, deliver, and install a new 105‑foot single‑span prefabricated truss pedestrian bridge (Bridge 9) on the MKT Trail over Flat Branch Creek. The contract includes all materials, labor, temporary utilities, site cleanup, warranties, and compliance with Missouri highway specifications, OSHA, ADA, and prevailing‑wage requirements. Bids must be submitted by October 20, 2026, with a mandatory 5 % bid bond and performance/labor‑material bonds equal to the contract price. The project must be completed within 180 calendar days after a Notice to Proceed is issued. • Scope: demolition (if required), fabrication, delivery, installation, and final inspection of a 105‑ft, 11‑ft wide pedestrian bridge. • Required experience: minimum 5 years in prefabricated truss bridge fabrication/installation. • Bonds: 5 % bid bond; 100 % performance and labor‑material bonds. • Prevailing‑wage compliance (Missouri Division of Labor Standards Order 33). • Mandatory pre‑bid conference/site walk on October 9, 2026 (attendance encouraged). • Submission formats: sealed paper envelope or electronic upload via city e‑bidding portal. • Project timeline: up to 180 days from Notice to Proceed; liquidated damages $500/day for delays.