Grist Mill Basin Conversions, Contract No. 9700-63.GM

This project involves a 1,000 square yard expansion of an existing gravel parking lot at Green Lane Park in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, along with the construction of a 160 square yard paved parking area featuring ADA-compliant signage. Work includes removal of existing post and rail fencing and mature trees, installation of a new four-foot high post and rail fence, implementation of erosion and sedimentation controls, tree protection fencing, extensive earthwork, grading, site restoration, and planting efforts. An optional add-on for 640 linear feet of six-foot black vinyl-coated chain link fence is also included, with the Township reserving the right to award the base scope only or include the alternate upon bid review. All construction must be performed on Township property with full site preparation, including excavation, grading, and restoration, and must comply with all applicable environmental and safety standards. Bids must be submitted electronically via the PennBid portal by the deadline, accompanied by a certified check, bank draft, or surety bond equal to at least ten percent of the total bid amount, payable to the Township. Each bid must include a completed bid form, bidder qualification statement, non-collusion affidavit, public works verification form, and electronic bid bond; failure to submit any required documentation may result in disqualification. The Township will award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder, reserving the right to reject any or all bids and to delete any items or portions thereof after bid opening. The Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act and Public Works Employment Verification Act will apply, requiring payment of prevailing wage rates and verification of employee work authorization. The successful bidder must provide 100 percent performance and payment bonds or equivalent financial instruments issued by a surety or financial institution licensed in Pennsylvania. All work must comply with federal and state safety regulations, including OSHA standards, and contractors must certify non-discrimination and equal opportunity practices in employment. The estimated contract value ranges from approximately $645,549 for the base scope to over $1.17 million if the alternate is awarded, though the final contract value will depend on the Township’s selection of options. No formal FAR clauses or CLIN structure is used; instead, requirements are defined through internal contract articles, supplementary conditions, and referenced standards such as AASHTO and PennDOT publications. The project is administered by Towamencin Township with no publicly listed COR or COTR, and payment processes are managed through Applications for Payment and Schedule of Values without use of electronic invoicing systems