Resolution accepting the bid of Blackhawk Construction LLC in the amount of $364,674.00 for the UP Museum Windows and Doors.  Project #BM-25-04

On February 12, 2025 four bids were received through the city bidding software, IonWave, as follows:

The Council Bluffs Carnegie Free Public Library building was completed in 1905.  A renovation to remove the North exterior stairs and replace doors was completed in 1953. The windows were changed in 1984 to better protect the building’s interior environment.  The building was renovated in 2002 to improve accessibility of the facility and the Union Pacific Railroad Museum has occupied the building since May of 2003.

The current windows are deteriorated and the glazing is no longer properly sealed. The exterior doors are also in need of replacement or refinishing.  Some doors will not open properly, and others require individuals to push from the exterior to get them closed.  These items must be maintained in order to provide continued use of the facility.

This project includes the replacement of windows and doors on the North, East and South facades.  On the West façade, the doors and the lower-level windows will be replaced at this time. This work will not include the replacement of the newer entrance doors on the lower level of the East side or the balcony doors on the North side, which will be refinished and sealed.

The repairs will allow for continued use of the building, increase security of the building and proper protection from exterior elements.

The estimated cost of this project is $401,674.00 which includes an alternate and $37,000 for professional services provided by HGM Associates Inc. The alternate was added to establish the cost of new hardware on the exterior doors being replaced, existing hardware will be reused where possible. The project is included in the FY25 CIP with funding from GO Bonds.

Approval of this resolution. These repairs are necessary for the continued use of the facility.