Site work for a playground / park / athletic field in Chariton, Iowa. Completed plans call for site work for a playground / park / athletic field.

The Bid shall be awarded to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder meeting the project specifications. However, the Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids, or any part thereof, and to waive informalities, and to enter into such contract deemed to be in the best interests of the Chariton Community School District. The Project shall be known as the Van Allen Elementary School - Playground Improvements, Chariton Community School District, Chariton, Iowa. This project includes but is not specifically limited to the renovation of and improvements to the playground at Van Allen Elementary School in Chariton, Iowa for the Chariton Community School District. The existing playground structure, play surface material, some fencing, and some adjacent and nearby pavement will be demolished and replaced with new work. New playground surfacing, structures, pavement, fencing, etc. shall be provided as per the drawings and specifications. There is also a new entry/exit stair and mechanical equipment platform adjacent to an existing entry/exit door on the east side of the building included in this project. The project also includes subsurface stormwater drainage and erosion control provisions. Construction Timeline: Construction to begin approximately April 15, 2023. Substantial Completion Date August 31, 2023 and Final Completion Date September 15, 2023. Bid Security in the amount of 5% of the bid in the form of a Bid Bond on form AIA A310, cashier's check, certified share draft or certified check drawn on an Iowa bank or credit union chartered under the laws of the United States shall accompany each bid in a separate, sealed envelope. Bid Security shall be payable to Chariton Community School District. Sales or use tax shall not be included in the bid. Pursuant to Iowa Code, at the time a Construction Contract is issued, the Owner will also issue an Exemption Authorization Letter and a Designated Exemption Entity, Iowa Construction Sales Tax Exemption Certificate for the purchase or use of building materials, supplies and equipment that will be used in the performance of the Work. Other requirements with respect to this provision are set forth in the Project Manual. By virtue of statutory authority, a preference will be given to products and provisions grown, and coal produced within the State of Iowa, and preference will also be given to Iowa domestic labor in the construction of said improvements. Upon award of a contract, the successful Contractor will be required to furnish a Performance and Payment Bond equal to 100% of the awarded Contract amount, and within the time set forth within the Contract Documents. The Contractor shall also furnish a copy of its Certificate(s) of Insurance showing coverage is being provided consistent with that stated within the Project Manual. The Project shall be paid for in cash or in warrants drawn on such funds as may be legally used for such purposes and available to the Owner. Final payment to the Contractor shall be made as allowed by the Code of Iowa.