Abatement of Asbestos

City of Independence, Kansas
Request for Bid
Abatement of Asbestos
Responses will be received at:
City of Independence
2026 Abatement Bid
120 N. 6th Street
Independence, KS 67301
Email: davids@independenceks.gov
Bids may be submitted by mail, electronic email or hand delivery to the City Clerk.
Questions regarding this Bid Packet
Email: davidc@independenceks.gov
Phone 620.332.2528
Bid Due: July 2, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
2:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 2, 2026,
Bids will be received by the City of Independence, Kansas, at the office of the City Clerk, 120 N.
6th Street, Independence, Kansas, until at which time bids will
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SCOPE OF WORK
Asbestos-Containing Wall Material Removal
The Contractor shall remove all wall and ceiling materials identified in the asbestos survey as asbestos-
containing materials, including all associated plaster, sheetrock, lath, coverings, and debris necessary
to achieve complete abatement of the identified ACM within the structure located at 212 W. Laurel
Street, Independence, Kansas.
The asbestos inspection report, laboratory analysis, and sampling results are attached and incorporated
into this bid package by reference.
Laboratory testing has identified asbestos-containing material (ACM) within the coating applied to the
sheetrock and plaster surfaces. Portions of the affected walls may be covered with paneling, wallpaper,
wood coverings, or other finish materials that conceal the underlying ACM-containing surfaces. The
Contractor shall remove all coverings as necessary to access and remove the underlying sheetrock,
plaster, and associated wall materials.
All removal, handling, transportation, and disposal activities shall be performed in accordance with all
applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including KDHE requirements for asbestos abatement.
All asbestos-containing waste materials shall be transported and disposed of at a KDHE-approved
landfill authorized to accept such materials.
The Contractor shall provide all labor, equipment, containment measures, personal protective
equipment, transportation, disposal fees, permits, notifications, and documentation necessary to
complete the work in compliance with applicable regulations. The Contractor shall provide all
required containment systems, negative air machines, air monitoring, clearance testing (if required),
and associated documentation necessary to comply with applicable regulations.
Structure Information:
* Built in 1910
* 1 12 Story building with basement
* Calculated area 1,386 sq feet
* Living area 845 sq feet
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Bidders must possess all licenses, certifications, and qualifications required by the State of Kansas and
KDHE to perform asbestos abatement activities. Proof of licensing shall be submitted with the bid.
Tour of location: If the bidder wishes to see the building prior to the bid, please contact David Cowan
at davidc@independenceks.gov or 620.332.2528 to arrange a date and time to view the structure.
PROJECT LOCATIONS
1. 212 W. Laurel Street - Independence, Kansas 67301
TIME OF COMPLETION
Work shall commence within fifteen (15) days of Notice to Proceed and be completed within five (5)
days. If the contractor is unable to meet this time frame, please provide your availability and time
frame to abate this property.
INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
Contractor shall provide proof of General Liability Insurance and Workers' Compensation Insurance.
A minimum of $1,000,000 in liability coverage is required. The City shall be named as an additional
insured.
ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE
The Contractor shall be responsible for all KDHE notifications, permits, filings, and regulatory
requirements associated with the abatement work. in full compliance with all applicable federal, state,
and local laws and regulations, including but not limited to KDHE and EPA requirements.
The Contractor shall obtain all required local permit, trade license and business license prior to
commencement of demolition activities.
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The Contractor agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the City, its officials, employees, and
agents from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, fines, penalties, or regulatory actions
arising out of or related to the Contractor's failure to comply with applicable environmental laws and
regulations, including those related to asbestos or hazardous materials.
DISPOSAL REQUIREMENTS
All demolition materials shall be disposed of at KDHE-approved facilities. Asbestos materials shall be
properly bagged (6 mil), labeled, and disposed of per regulations.
The Contractor shall provide waste shipment records, landfill receipts, manifests, and any other
disposal documentation to the City within ten (10) business days of project completion.
Bid Rejection and Award
The City of Independence, Kansas reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, to waive any
informalities, irregularities, or technical defects in any bid, and to award the contract in the best
interest of the City.
The City reserves the right to inspect the work at any time during the abatement process and to request
copies of permits, notifications, manifests, disposal records, and other compliance documentation.
SIGNATURE
______________________________
Contractor Signature
Date: __________________
_________________________________________________ _________________________________________________
Name of Bidder (Printed) Address
___________________________________________________________________
City, State, Zip
_________________________________________________ _________________________________________________
Signature Date
_ ________________________________________________ _________________________________________________
T itle Contact Phone Number
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BID PAGE
Individual Bid:
1. Abatement of 212 W. Laurel (include all costs) $ _____________________
Bidders must possess all licenses, certifications, and qualifications required by the State
of Kansas and KDHE to perform asbestos abatement activities. Proof of licensing shall be
submitted with the bid.
If a bidder improperly withdraws a bid or refuses to honor a bid that has been awarded by the City,
the bidder shall not be eligible to bid on any City projects for a period of one (1) year thereafter.
_________________________________________________ _________________________________________________
Name of Bidder (Printed) Address
_________________________________________________ _________________________________________________
Signature Date
_________________________________________________ _________________________________________________
Title Contact Phone Number
_____________________________________
Email
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Polarized Light Microscopy Asbestos Analysis Report
Pace Set ID 504999 Client: City of Independence
Account Number: 69-000185 811 W. Laurel
Independence, KS 67301
Date Received: 06/05/2026
Received By: Charlie Johnson
Date Analyzed: 06/09/2026 Project: NA
Analyzed By: Benjamin Hill Project Location: 212 W. Laurel
Methodology: EPA/600/R-93/116 Project Number: NA
Pace Client Color / Non-Asbestos Non Fibrous
Sample ID Sample ID Composition Description Asbestos (%) Fiber (%)
001 Q592 Layered Brown Asbestos Not Present NA Glue
Mastic
001a Layered Blue Asbestos Not Present Cellulose 80 Paint
Wall Paper
001b Layered Tan Asbestos Present NA CaCO3
Surfacing Chrysotile <1
001c Layered White Asbestos Not Present NA CaCO3
Sand
Skim Coat
001d Layered Gray Asbestos Not Present Hair <1 Gypsum
Sand
Plaster
6/9/2026
Benjamin Hill, Assistant Laboratory Manager Date of Report
Unless otherwise noted, upon receipt the condition of the sample was acceptable for analysis. Pace Analytical is a NVLAP accredited Testing PLM laboratory (Lab Code:
101959-0). This report relates only to the specific items tested. NVLAP accreditation applies only to analysis performed utilizing EPA-40 CFR Appendix E to Subpart E
of Part 763, Interim Method of the Determination of Asbestos in Bulk Insulation Samples; and EPA/600/R-93/116: Method for the Determination of Asbestos in Bulk
Building Materials. This report may not be used to claim product endorsement by NVLAP or any agency of the US Government. This report may not be reproduced
except in full, without the written approval of the laboratory. If submitted samples are inhomogeneous in nature, then subsamples of the components will be analyzed
separately. Samples determined to contain asbestos fibers, will have the following acceptable error ranges (1% = 0-3%, 5% = 1-9%, 10% = 5-15%, 20% = 10-30%, 50%
= 40-60%, etc.) as specified per EPA Method 600/R-93/116, Table 2-1.

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Polarized Light Microscopy Asbestos Analysis Report
Pace Set ID 504758 Client: City of Independence
Account Number: 69-000185 811 W. Laurel
Independence, KS 67301
Date Received: 05/28/2026
Received By: Baylie Puga
Date Analyzed: 06/01/2026 Project: N/A
Analyzed By: Cassie Sanborn Project Location: 212 W. Laurel, Independence, KS
Methodology: EPA/600/R-93/116 Project Number: N/A
Pace Client Color / Non-Asbestos Non Fibrous
Sample ID Sample ID Composition Description Asbestos (%) Fiber (%)
001 119025 Homogeneous White Asbestos Not Present Cellulose 90 Paint
Wall Material
002 118020 Layered White Asbestos Not Present NA CaCO3
Gypsum
Skim Coat
Paint
002a Layered Gray Asbestos Not Present Hair <1 Gypsum
Sand
Plaster
003 219045 Layered Gray Asbestos Not Present NA CaCO3
Foam
Wall Material
Vinyl
003a Layered Brown Asbestos Not Present NA Glue
CaCO3
Mastic
004 120040 Homogeneous Gray Asbestos Not Present Cellulose 90 Paint
Wall Material
005 119021 Layered White Asbestos Not Present NA CaCO3
Gypsum
Skim Coat
Unless otherwise noted, upon receipt the condition of the sample was acceptable for analysis. Pace Analytical is a NVLAP accredited Testing PLM laboratory (Lab Code:
101959-0). This report relates only to the specific items tested. NVLAP accreditation applies only to analysis performed utilizing EPA-40 CFR Appendix E to Subpart E
of Part 763, Interim Method of the Determination of Asbestos in Bulk Insulation Samples; and EPA/600/R-93/116: Method for the Determination of Asbestos in Bulk
Building Materials. This report may not be used to claim product endorsement by NVLAP or any agency of the US Government. This report may not be reproduced
except in full, without the written approval of the laboratory. If submitted samples are inhomogeneous in nature, then subsamples of the components will be analyzed
separately. Samples determined to contain asbestos fibers, will have the following acceptable error ranges (1% = 0-3%, 5% = 1-9%, 10% = 5-15%, 20% = 10-30%, 50%
= 40-60%, etc.) as specified per EPA Method 600/R-93/116, Table 2-1.

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Polarized Light Microscopy Asbestos Analysis Report
Pace Set ID 504758 Client: City of Independence
Account Number: 69-000185 811 W. Laurel
Independence, KS 67301
Date Received: 05/28/2026
Received By: Baylie Puga
Date Analyzed: 06/01/2026 Project: N/A
Analyzed By: Cassie Sanborn Project Location: 212 W. Laurel, Independence, KS
Methodology: EPA/600/R-93/116 Project Number: N/A
Pace Client Color / Non-Asbestos Non Fibrous
Sample ID Sample ID Composition Description Asbestos (%) Fiber (%)
005a Layered Gray Asbestos Not Present Hair <1 Gypsum
Sand
Plaster
006 113400 Layered White Asbestos Not Present NA CaCO3
Gypsum
Skim Coat
Paint
006a Layered Gray Asbestos Not Present Hair <1 Gypsum
Sand
Plaster
007 118026 Homogeneous Gray Asbestos Not Present Cellulose 100
Insulation
008 119024 Layered White Asbestos Present NA CaCO3
Wall Texture Chrysotile 4 Foam
Paint
008a Layered White Asbestos Not Present Cellulose 10 Gypsum
Drywall
6/1/2026
Cassie Sanborn, Laboratory Analyst Date of Report
Unless otherwise noted, upon receipt the condition of the sample was acceptable for analysis. Pace Analytical is a NVLAP accredited Testing PLM laboratory (Lab Code:
101959-0). This report relates only to the specific items tested. NVLAP accreditation applies only to analysis performed utilizing EPA-40 CFR Appendix E to Subpart E
of Part 763, Interim Method of the Determination of Asbestos in Bulk Insulation Samples; and EPA/600/R-93/116: Method for the Determination of Asbestos in Bulk
Building Materials. This report may not be used to claim product endorsement by NVLAP or any agency of the US Government. This report may not be reproduced
except in full, without the written approval of the laboratory. If submitted samples are inhomogeneous in nature, then subsamples of the components will be analyzed
separately. Samples determined to contain asbestos fibers, will have the following acceptable error ranges (1% = 0-3%, 5% = 1-9%, 10% = 5-15%, 20% = 10-30%, 50%
= 40-60%, etc.) as specified per EPA Method 600/R-93/116, Table 2-1.