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Camas will rebid Crown Park project

Paperwork error caused contractors to miscalculate overall costs

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Scout Hall is pictured in Camas' Crown Park, May 12, 2022. The park, known as Camas' "outdoor living room," is slated for a remodel that includes an inclusive playground, interactive splash pad, public bathroom and updated paths and parking. (Kelly Moyer/Post-Record files)

Camas officials have agreed to reject two construction bids for a $5 million Crown Park improvement project and go out for bid again following an error on the City’s request for proposals.

Camas Parks and Recreation Director Trang Lam told Camas City Council members this week, during the Council’s regular meeting Monday, April 1, that a paperwork error listed an item in terms of per-unit cost instead of the total cost to demolish, remove and replace materials from the construction site.

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