Phase I Intensive Archaeological Survey & Reconnaissance Level Historic Architecture Survey - South Washington Project Area, Ames, IA

The City of Ames, Iowa is seeking a qualified firm to perform a Phase I Intensive Archaeological Survey and a Reconnaissance‑Level Historic Architecture Survey for the South Washington Project Area. The work includes all field investigations, data collection, analysis, and preparation of final reports that satisfy HUD and Iowa State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) requirements as part of the environmental review process. The contract will be awarded on a lump‑sum basis; bidders must submit a single price for each survey component and cannot withdraw their proposal for 60 days after the deadline. Local businesses may receive a 1 % price consideration if they provide a notarized Local Business Certificate. • Scope: Cultural‑resource field work, documentation, and regulatory reporting for both archaeology and historic architecture. • Deliverables: Comprehensive Phase I archaeological report and a reconnaissance historic architecture report meeting HUD/SHPO standards. • Contract type: Lump‑sum professional services; optional future phases may be negotiated. • Submission deadline: 16 September 2026, 2:00 PM CT. • Mandatory attachments: Federal certification forms, technical/fee proposal, and acknowledgment of addendum changes. • Evaluation criteria: Price, qualifications, compliance with federal and state preservation regulations, and ability to meet projected start/completion dates.