Purchase of Structure to be Removed, Lake Anita, Cass County

Background

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is seeking bids for the purchase and removal of a house located on state-owned real estate in Section 33, Township 77 North, Range 34 West of the 5th P.M., Cass County, Iowa. This property is designated as Lake Anita State Park, with the specific address being 55111 750th St, Anita IA 50020. The goal of this contract is to facilitate the removal of the structure as part of the agency's management and maintenance responsibilities for state parks.

Work Details

The contractor will be responsible for the complete removal of the house located at the specified address. The successful bidder must ensure that all debris is cleared from the site and that it is left in an orderly fashion. The structure must be removed no later than December 1, 2026. Additionally, all solid waste resulting from removal operations must be deposited in a permitted sanitary landfill. An asbestos survey has been conducted on the property, and any materials identified as containing asbestos must be handled according to regulations prior to demolition. The successful bidder has the option to take or leave an attached porch and a 500-gallon propane tank.

Period of Performance

The work is expected to commence upon acceptance of the bid and must be completed by December 1, 2026.

Place of Performance

The work will be performed at Lake Anita State Park, specifically at 55111 750th St, Anita IA 50020.

Bidder Requirements

Bidders must submit their proposals along with a certified check for $500 made payable to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources as a bid guarantee. Bidders are required to inspect the structure before bidding and are responsible for obtaining all necessary permits related to the removal process.