Construction of Dairy Farm Cow Bedding System Conversion

The project consists of, but is not limited to, the materials and labor to remove the concrete in the lactating cow free stall pens and replacing with new concrete designed for the use of sand bedding. This project includes but is not limited to Freestall Cow Barn modifications to convert the existing freestall bedding from a compost-based mattress system to deep sand bedding. The project will not include procuring equipment used in separation of sand and manure. The project will not include procuring feed gates. The project consists of removal of equipment and demolition within the existing Freestall Barn, site preparation, formed concrete and flatwork, and building modifications as generally described herein. Removal and replacement of existing freestall loops for reuse. Removal of existing self-lock feed gates to be turned over to the Owner. Demolition in the Freestall Barn is to include the removal of the mattress bedding system and concrete and subbase in freestall area. Site preparation to include possible structural fill under foundations and slabs as determined by conditions after demolition. Questions regarding the scope of work should be directed to Quenton Schneider of CURRY WILLE & ASSOC, Phone: 515-232-9078, E-mail: qschneider@currywille.com. Bids will be received for a single General Construction Contract. Iowa Construction Sales Tax Exemption Certificates will be provided on this project. Bid security shall be agreed upon as the measure of liquidated damages which the Owner will sustain by failure, neglect or refusal of bidder to deliver a signed contract stipulating performance of the Work in unqualified compliance with Contract Documents. Successful bidder will be required to furnish a Contract Performance and Payment Bond in the amount of 100% of the contract sum within ten (10) days after receipt of Notice of Award. No bid may be withdrawn for a period of forty-five (45) calendar days after the date of opening. The Board of Regents, State of Iowa seeks to provide opportunities for Targeted Small Businesses in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 73 of the Code of Iowa. This project has a participation goal of 10% for certified Targeted Small Businesses as specified in the Project Requirements. By virtue of statutory authority, a preference will be given to products and provisions grown and coal produced within the state of Iowa. The Board of Regents, State of Iowa, reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive irregularities and to accept that bid which is deemed in the best interest of the Owner.

Division 03 -	Concrete, Cast-in-Place Concrete, Concrete Finishing, Precast Concrete.
Division 04 -	Masonry, Unit Masonry.
Division 05 -	Metals, Structural Metal Framing.
Division 06 -	Wood, Plastics, and Composites, Rough Carpentry, Finish Carpentry.
Division 07 -	Thermal and Moisture Protection, Dampproofing and Waterproofing, Thermal Insulation, Weather Barriers.
Division 08 -	Openings, Specialty Doors and Frames, Entrances, Automatic Entrances, Windows, Hardware.
Division 09 -	Finishes, Plaster and Gypsum Board, Tiling, Ceilings, Acoustical Ceilings, Acoustical Ceiling Suspension Assemblies, Flooring, Painting.
Division 10 -	Specialties, Visual Display Units, Signage, Compartments and Cubicles, Toilet Compartments, Fire Protection Specialties, Fire Protection Cabinets, Fire Extinguishers, Lockers, Protective Covers, Flagpoles, Flags and Banners.
Division 11 -	Equipment, Foodservice Storage Equipment, Food Preparation Equipment, Food Cooking Equipment, Food Dispensing Equipment, Service Line Equipment, Soda Fountain Equipment, Coffee and Espresso Equipment, Ice Machines, Cleaning and Disposal Equipment, Library Equipment, Audio-Visual Equipment, Laboratory Equipment, Broadcast, Theater, and Stage Equipment, Athletic and Recreational Equipment, Athletic Equipment, Play Field Equipment and Structures, Exterior Court Athletic Equipment, Athletic Field Equipment.
Division 12 -	Furnishings, Window Treatments, Casework, Countertops, Rugs and Mats, Office Furniture, Seating, Institutional Furniture, Classroom Furniture, Library Furniture, Book Shelves, Multiple Seating.
Division 21 -	Fire Suppression.
Division 22 -	Plumbing, Plumbing Insulation, Plumbing Piping, Facility Water Distribution, Facility Sanitary Sewerage, Facility Storm Drainage, Plumbing Fixtures, Drinking Fountains and Water Coolers.
Division 23 -	Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC), Instrumentation and Control for HVAC, HVAC Air Distribution, Ventilation Hoods, Central Heating Equipment, Central Cooling Equipment.
Division 26 -	Electrical, Lighting, Interior Lighting, Emergency Lighting, Exit Signs, Exterior Lighting, Lighting Poles and Standards, Parking Lighting, Roadway Lighting, Area Lighting, Flood Lighting, Exterior Athletic Lighting.
Division 27 -	Communications, Structured Cabling, Data Communications, Voice Communications, Call Management, Audio-Video Communications, Distributed Audio-Video Communications Systems, Paging Systems, Public Address Systems.
Division 28 -	Electronic Safety and Security, Access Control, Electronic Surveillance, Fire Detection and Alarm.
Division 31 -	Earthwork, Clearing and Grubbing, Grading, Soil Treatment.
Division 32 -	Exterior Improvements, Flexible Paving, Asphalt Paving, Rigid Paving, Concrete Paving, Curbs, Gutters, Sidewalks, and Driveways, Paving Specialties, Parking Bumpers, Pavement Markings, Athletic and Recreational Surfacing, Fences and Gates, Planting Irrigation, Planting, Turf and Grasses.
Division 33 -	Utilities, Water Utilities, Sanitary Sewerage Utilities, Storm Drainage Utilities, Electrical Utilities.