Loma Port of Entry - ANS Traffic Rerouting

The Colorado Division of Parks and Wildlife is soliciting sealed bids to design and construct a new ANS (Aquatic Nuisance Species) inspection and wash station at the Loma Port of Entry. The scope includes site preparation, earthwork, removal of existing pavement, installation of storm‑water controls, construction of a concrete wash pad, asphalt paving, utility installations (electrical and water), a drainage system, and ancillary items such as bollards and signage. The contractor must provide all labor, equipment, materials, and supervision to complete the project within 90 calendar days after the notice to proceed. Bids over $50,000 require a 5 % bid bond; performance and labor/material bonds are required for contracts exceeding $150,000. The project is subject to Colorado labor, SDVOSB, and Buy‑America requirements. • Location: Loma Port of Entry, 1255 Thirteen Road, Loma, CO • Estimated contract value: likely > $500,000 (performance bond triggers) • Key work items: earthwork, excavation, embankment, asphalt & concrete paving, utility trenching, drainage system, storm‑water controls • Mandatory compliance: 80 % Colorado labor, SDVOSB preference, Buy‑America, environmental permits • Schedule milestones: Pre‑bid (Oct 15 2026), Questions due (Oct 19 2026), Bid opening (Oct 27 2026), Award notice (Nov 2 2026), Notice to proceed (Nov 23 2026), Substantial completion (Feb 23 2027) • Required documentation: bid form, bid bond, certifications, minority/SDB statements, vendor ID, addenda acknowledgment • No online bid submission – sealed bids mailed to Grand Junction office.