Tilden Public Works
The Town of Tilden Public Works Road Crew is responsible for maintaining approximately 42 miles of town roads, providing essential services that keep the community connected and safe. Despite operating with a small, part-time staff, the crew is dedicated to delivering reliable and efficient road maintenance throughout the year.
With limited personnel, the crew prioritizes work based on road conditions, safety needs, and seasonal demands to ensure the most critical tasks are addressed promptly.
Winter operations are especially demanding, as the part-time crew provides snow plowing, sanding, and ice control to keep roads accessible during harsh weather conditions. Their flexibility and commitment allow them to respond when needed to maintain safe travel for residents and emergency services.
2026 Road Projects:
TOWN OF TILDEN REQUEST FOR BIDS
ONE (1) CULVERT REPLACEMENT PROJECT – 70TH STREET
The Town of Tilden, Chippewa County, Wisconsin, is requesting sealed bids for the replacement of one (1) roadway culvert located on 70th Street. Approx. 1620’ North of Cty Hwy N
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The project consists of furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, and incidentals necessary to complete the replacement of one (1) existing culvert, including but not limited to:
- Removal and disposal of the existing culvert
- Excavation and site preparation
- Installation of one (1) new culvert size: double wall poly 36” x 40’ culvert
- Bedding, backfilling, and compaction
- Road surface needs to be recycled blacktop or millings
- Erosion control measures
- Traffic control and public safety measures
- Site cleanup and restoration
All work shall be completed in accordance with applicable Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) standards and local municipal requirements.
BID SUBMISSION
Sealed bids shall be submitted to: Bids will be received until:
Town of Tilden Date: June 10, 2026
“70TH STREET CULVERT REPLACEMENT” Time: 6:00pm
10790 100th Ave Bids received after the specified time
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 will not be considered
CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS
Contractors must:
- Comply with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations
- Provide proof of insurance prior to contract award
- Be responsible for all traffic control and safety measures during construction
BID REVIEW AND AWARD
The Town of Tilden reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive any informalities in bidding, and award the contract in the best interest of the municipality.
QUESTIONS
For additional information, contact:
Gary Meinen or Dan Reischel
Chairman Supervisor I
715-828-0971 715-933-0976
Paving of 105th St and Patch-Work on 95th Ave
Bids Wanted
Notice is hereby given that the Town of Tilden will accept bids for asphalt paving, shouldering, and road painting of two (2) township roads; 105th Street starting at the new pavement heading North approximately 3,700’ to 95th Ave, and approximately 200’ on 95th Ave. Town of Tilden, Chippewa County. Patchwork for a culvert on 90th Ave for approximately a length of 62’
Town of Tilden is asking that the project be bid two ways: one bid using 58-34 warm mix asphalt (12.5 mm) and another bid using 58-28 hot mix asphalt (12.5 mm). Both bids shall include the cost for paving to an average compacted thickness of 2.5 inches and a width of 21 feet. (90th Ave for a width of 22 ft) The bids should also include the use of 2 pavers. All mailboxes and driveways shall be winged out with asphalt as necessary – paved driveways to be sawn or milled. Each road’s shoulders shall be 2-foot-wide using .75-inch graded dense base gravel – compacted and swept. Road work shall include painting of the center lines and shoulder lines on the road(s). Quote price per ton, tonnage, and total cost. All contractors are required to provide proof of insurance with bid.
Questions call Gary Meinen (715) 828-0971. Send all sealed bids to “Town of Tilden-Paving Bid” 10790 100th Avenue, Chippewa Falls, WI. 54729. All bids must be received by 5 p.m. on May 13, 2026. Bids will be opened at the beginning of the May 13, 2026 Town Board meeting at 6 p.m.
The town board reserves the right to reject any or all bids and accept the bids most advantageous to the town. Completion date of project shall be negotiated at time of contract awards.
Chip Seal
Notice of Road Bids Wanted For: Chip Seal
Notice is hereby given that the Town of Tilden, Chippewa County, Wisconsin will accept bids for Chip Seal. See attached map.
- Chip Seal on 90th St approx. 1 mile from 100th Ave to County Road B
- Chip Seal on 92nd St cul-de-sac off of 125th Ave.
- Chip Seal on 115th St approx. 1 mile from 116th St to 128th Ave.
Town of Tilden is asking that the project bid shall consist of supplying and placement of hot oil with cover aggregate to the pavement surface. Immediately prior to applying the asphalt material, the existing surface shall be thoroughly cleaned of all loose material and other objectionable material. Road surface must be dry before application, no rain predicted during application or setting time, humidity must be less that 75%. Aggregate size must be 3/8 granite and asphalt application rate must be included in the bid. Quote price per ton, tonnage, and total cost.
All contractors are required to provide proof of insurance with bid. All contractors are responsible for traffic control during their project.
Questions call Gary Meinen (715) 828-0971.
Send all sealed bids to:
Town of Tilden-Chip Seal
10790 100th Avenue,
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
All bids must be received by 5 p.m. on May 13, 2026. Bids will be opened at the beginning of the May 13, 2026 Town Board meeting at 6 p.m.
The town board reserves the right to reject any or all bids and accept the bids most advantageous to the town. Completion date of project shall be negotiated at time of contract awards.
Contact
Dave Goettl
Department Head
715-495-1188