Commission hears update on jail construction; first bid package to cover exterior work
Summary
Officials reported that the construction manager-at-risk is assembling subcontractor bids; the board expects the first bid package to focus on exterior site and earthwork with interior packages to follow.
County officials updated the board on the Codington County jail construction project and said the construction manager-at-risk (CMAR) is finalizing subcontractor details ahead of a likely agenda item to consider bid approvals.
A project representative told commissioners the initial bid package will focus on exterior work — earth moving and other site preparation — so interior work can be scheduled later in the year when weather conditions are less favorable. The CMAR is coordinating subcontractor pricing and will return to the board with the bid language and package for consideration, likely at the next meeting.
Commissioners discussed how to receive regular status updates. Commissioner Gable suggested adding a standing item to old business or the agenda to ensure weekly updates during the project’s active phases.
No vote was taken; the board directed staff and the CMAR to prepare bid materials and wording for a future agenda and to report back on schedule and groundbreaking timing once subcontractor packages are finalized.
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