Call 003 T202201701

The contract for the Cedar Neck Road Pathway project, identified as Call 003 T202201701 under the Delaware Department of Transportation, encompasses the design and construction of a shared-use pathway extending from the canal to Hickman Road in Sussex County, Delaware, with the primary goal of enhancing safety and mobility for pedestrians and cyclists. Work must be completed within 117 calendar days, with an estimated start date of November 9, 2026, following issuance of a Notice to Proceed, and is governed by the Delaware Department of Transportation’s Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction, January 2026 edition. The project includes specific special provisions such as pervious asphalt pavement, pervious concrete for shared use paths, geotextile installation, adjustments to sanitary manholes and cleanouts, traffic control, and construction engineering, all to be executed precisely as shown on approved plans and as directed by the Engineer. A certified concrete flatwork technician from ACI or NRMCA must supervise all concrete finishing work, and strict adherence to ADA standards is required during inspections. Bidders are required to submit a surety bond or security equal to at least ten percent of the proposed bid amount, and all contractors must comply with federal labor standards under 29 CFR Part 5, including submission of certified weekly payrolls for DBA-covered work and adherence to overtime provisions for contracts exceeding $100,000. Material requirements under Buy America mandate that non-ferrous metals, plastics, glass, fiber optics, lumber, drywall, and engineered wood be sourced domestically. Contractors must also comply with environmental regulations under the Clean Air Act and Federal Water Pollution Control Act, ensure equal employment opportunity per CFR Part 60-4, and avoid discrimination based on protected characteristics as outlined in the Americans with Disabilities Act. All first-tier participants must certify they are not debarred or suspended and disclose any prior contract terminations or criminal convictions over the preceding three years. The contract mandates that retainage be returned to subcontractors within 15 days after their work is satisfactorily completed and requires the prime contractor to file a payment statement with DelDOT within 30 days of receipt. Inspection follows a two-phase process, beginning with a primary inspection upon substantial completion, followed by an acceptance inspection after punch list corrections, culminating in the Engineer’s written final acceptance. Records must be maintained for three years after final payment, and DelDOT retains audit rights over contractor and subcontractor books