The improvement includes the replacement of the traffic signals at two locations, replacement of banner arms in two locations, construction of Portland Cement Concrete (PCC) curb and gutter, PCC sidewalk, traffic signals, traffic signs, pavement markings, and other incidental items. The work comprising the above referenced project shall be constructed in accordance with the SUDAS Standard Specifications, 2023 Edition; and as further modified by the supplemental specifications and special provisions included in the contract documents. The Des Moines City Engineer is the Engineer. The terms used in the contract documents are defined in said SUDAS Standard Specifications. The City of Des Moines is the Contracting Authority on this project and shall hereinafter be referred to as the "Jurisdiction". Before submitting your bid, please review the SUDAS Standard Specifications, in particular, Division 1 - General Provisions and Covenants, including the sections regarding proposal requirements, bonding, contract execution and insurance requirements. Please be certain that all documents have been properly completed and submit them to the City Clerk, 1st Floor, City Hall, 400 Robert D. Ray Drive, Des Moines, Iowa, 50309. All in accordance with the contract documents, including Plan File No. 657-165/191, located at 6th Avenue and Center Street, SE 6th Street near East Granger Avenue, Court Avenue District, Western Gateway District, and other locations directed by the Engineer in Des Moines, Iowa. By virtue of statutory authority, preference will be given to products and provisions grown and coal produced within the State of Iowa, and to Iowa domestic labor, to the extent lawfully required under Iowa statutes. Time for Commencement and Completion of Work. Work on each improvement shall be commenced upon approval of the contract by the Council, and completed as stated below. Bid Security. Each bidder shall accompany its bid with bid security as defined in Section 26.8 of the Iowa Code and as specified by the Jurisdiction. This project shall be fully completed not later than November 1, 2024, and in accordance with the Completion Provisions. The City of Des Moines (Jurisdiction) reserves the right to reject any and all bids.