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Commissioners hold off on awarding Highway 2 lighting contract while MDOT funding is clarified

Water and Light Commission · August 6, 2025
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Summary

The Water and Light Commission delayed awarding a contract for the Business Highway 2 lighting extension after bids came in about 28% over estimate and staff asked for confirmation from the Minnesota Department of Transportation about cost participation.

Commissioners on Aug. 6 tabled action on the Business Highway 2 lighting extension until the city receives written confirmation from the Minnesota Department of Transportation about the level of participation in construction costs.

Staff reported three bids were opened; one was disqualified for not acknowledging a bid addendum that changed foundation requirements. Of the remaining two bids, the apparent low bidder met specifications but the…

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