Belk Greenway Connector, Phase 1

The Belk Greenway Connector, Phase 1 (Project No. PMES171510, Solicitation No. 269-2027-031) is a City of Charlotte infrastructure project located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. The scope of work involves the construction of a cycle track with a monolithic island buffer, removal and replacement of the median, and the installation of curb ramps, pedestrian push buttons, poles, and signals. Additional requirements include the relocation of traffic signals, drainage structure conversions, resurfacing, and pavement markings. The project is estimated to cost between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000, with a performance period of 270 calendar days following the Notice to Proceed. Work will impact several corridors in the uptown area, including McDowell Street, Brooklyn Village Avenue, MLK Jr. Blvd, Baxter Street, and Pearl Park Way. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Bids must be submitted electronically via the Bonfire Procurement Portal by October 27, 2026, at 1:00 PM. Required submissions include an itemized bid form in Microsoft Excel format and various certifications regarding Buy America compliance, non-discrimination, and non-collusion. For bids equal to or exceeding $100,000, a 5% bid security is required, and the successful bidder must provide performance and payment bonds for 100% of the contract amount within ten calendar days of the award. All work must adhere to the January 2024 NCDOT Standard Specifications for Roads and Structures, ADA standards, and Public Right-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines.