Old Town Water Tower Rehabilitation

The City of Altoona is seeking a contractor to rehabilitate its Old Town water tower, including lead-based paint removal, recoating, and access and safety improvements.

City of Altoona


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09005010
Nov 10, 2026 08:00 PM
Invitation for/to Bid (IFB/ITB)
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Contact
bstuczynski@msa-ps.com
+16083558964
601 East Locust Street, Des Moines, IA, USA
Submission Instructions
Hand delivery
Description

The project will rehabilitate an existing, permanently decommissioned water tower as a landmark. Work includes containment and removal of the existing lead-based exterior coating, followed by application of a new coating system matching the tower's existing colors, lettering, and appearance. No interior tower work is planned. Additional work includes replacing access ladders and safety climb systems, replacing the interior access hatch, removing the overflow pipe and obsolete antenna equipment, and completing miscellaneous work needed for the project. Work must begin after written notice to proceed, no later than April 15, 2027, and be completed by September 30, 2027. The successful bidder must provide performance, payment, and maintenance bonding equal to 100% of the contract price; the bid security amount is specified in the Instructions to Bidders but is not stated in the available posting.

Classification Codes
NAICS238320Painting and Wall Covering Contractors
PSCZ2NEREPAIR OR ALTERATION OF WATER SUPPLY FACILITIES
Smart Codes
water tower rehabilitationlead paint abatementwater tower coating
Specifications
Service Only
Timeline
Nov 10, 2026 08:00 PM-Bid submission deadline and opening
Nov 17, 2026 12:30 AM-City Council consideration of bids and possible contract award (optional)
City Council Chambers, Altoona City Hall.
Nov 17, 2026 12:30 AM-Public hearing on proposed contract documents and estimated cost (optional)
City Council Chambers, Altoona City Hall.
Requirements
Required
  • Bid Bond
  • Performance Bond — 100%
  • Payment Bond — 100%
  • Maintenance bond Bond — 100%
Documents
TitleDate Posted
BID DOCUMENTSOct 20, 2026 12:00 AM
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