26-16 Buc880725C (Buchanan)

The State of Iowa, through its Agriculture and Land Stewardship agency, is seeking qualified contractors to design and construct a nutrient‑reduction wetland in Buchanan County. The scope includes selective clearing, excavation, grading, installation of tied concrete block mat, tile drainage, a water‑control structure, riprap, and seeding of six acres. The project involves approximately 22,900 cubic yards of earthwork, 2,500 sq ft of concrete block mat, 1,270 ft of tile, 30.5 tons of erosion stone, and a total construction cost estimate of $180‑$200 k. Completion of construction is required by 15 Nov 2027, with final seeding by 15 Dec 2027. • Location: Buchanan County, Iowa • Contract type: Invitation for Bid (Request for Bids) • Estimated value: $180,000 – $200,000 • Key tasks: clearing, excavation, grading, concrete block mat, tile drainage, water‑control structure, riprap, seeding • Schedule: Bid open 10/17/2026 – 11/12/2026; construction completion 11/15/2027; seeding 12/15/2027 • Primary contact: Tracy Blocker, Contract Manager (515) 344‑6279, [email protected]