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Board approves scaled-down fencing contract for Washburn sewer lagoon after debate
Summary
Supervisors debated procurement practice and whether to hold a hearing after bids exceeded internal thresholds; the board approved a base bid plus Alternate 1 for the Washburn sewer lagoon fence project to keep the award within county policy limits.
The Black Hawk County Board debated and approved a scaled scope for the Washburn Sewer Lagoon Fence Project after budget and procurement questions prompted supervisors to seek a lower-cost option.
Staff recommended awarding the project to Thames Constructing Service LLC; the published low bid on the agenda materials was $99,992.50. Several supervisors said they were uncomfortable that the winning subcontractor's finalized price came in only…
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