Demolition, site work, paving and new construction of a bridge / tunnel in Buena Vista, Colorado. Completed plans call for the demolition of a bridge / tunnel; for the construction of a bridge / tunnel; for site work for a bridge / tunnel; and for paving for a bridge / tunnel.

**As of September 24th, 2025, the project was awarded to L.M Kersting Construction Company, but the awarded amount is not available.** Reference Number 0000395263 The Town of Buena Vista is seeking qualified contractors for the removal and replacement of the timber decking and rub rails on the Whipple Trail Bridge, a key pedestrian and recreational crossing in the Buena Vista River Park. Originally constructed in the early 1990s, the bridge has served the community for over three decades and now requires upgrades to maintain safety and usability. This project aims to extend the bridge's lifespan while minimizing impacts to the public and surrounding environment. Project Overview: The Town of Buena Vista is initiating a project to replace the existing timber decking and rub rails on the Whipple Trail Bridge, located in the Buena Vista River Park. After more than three decades of service, the wood decking has reached the end of its useful life. This project will remove and replace the aging components to enhance public safety, improve user experience, and extend the overall life of the structure. The work will be performed with careful attention to minimizing public disruption, protecting the surrounding environment, and meeting the Town's standards for long-term durability and low maintenance. Scope of Services: The selected contractor will be responsible for the following: Removal and proper disposal of existing timber decking and rub rail Installation of new timber decking and rub rail using Town-specified materials Inspection of bridge infrastructure at all project phases Coordination of work to minimize public disruption and trail closures Mobilization of equipment and materials with minimal environmental disturbance Compliance with best practices for environmentally sensitive trail and bridge work Adherence to all applicable Town, County, and State regulations Communication with Town staff throughout the project Work with Town staff to coordinate an engineering review to inspect the support girders, diagonal bracing and stringers to verify the structural integrity, after the decking is removed Question Deadline 08/22/2025: Questions are submitted online No, Submit all questions before the question deadline above to Earl Richmond, Special Projects Manger erichmond@buenavistaco.gov. Project Start: DATE: Week of October 6, 2025 Project Complete: DATE: Week of October 20, 2025 Notice of Intent to Award Contract: DATE: September 11, 2025 The Town reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, without obligation to the Town, and to negotiate additional terms or alterations with respect to the proposal.