DEM New Entry Lanes and Ticketing Booths Misquamicut State Beach

The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management is soliciting bids for constructing eight new ticketing booths and four entry lanes at Misquamicut State Beach to enhance traffic flow during peak seasons. The project is scheduled to commence within 60 days of contract award, with substantial completion by March 1, 2026, and final completion by April 1, 2026. The contract, valued between 500,000 and 1.5 million dollars, requires adherence to specific standards, including the use of AIA A101-2017 contract forms, Rhode Island’s general purchase conditions, and compliance with state laws such as contractor registration, prevailing wage, and political contribution reporting. Bidders must submit a comprehensive proposal via the Ocean State Procures™ platform by August 29, 2025, including a bid bond or certified check, and participate in a prebid conference scheduled for August 8, 2025. The scope involves constructing infrastructure with specified materials, including steel processed in the United States, and includes allowances for energy coordination and liquidated damages for delays. The procurement emphasizes strict regulatory compliance, including insurance coverage of at least $1 million for general liability and automobile liability, and $100,000 for workers’ compensation. Bidders must be prequalified for public works projects and hold valid contractor registration certificates throughout the contract duration. The evaluation process will focus on responsiveness, responsibility, prequalification status, and bid price, without explicitly assigning weights or using a formal scoring system. The contract stipulates FOB destination delivery with inside delivery at no extra cost, and the vendor is responsible for inspecting the site prior to bidding. Additional contractual provisions include mandatory certifications, conflict of interest disclosures, and adherence to domestic steel requirements. All proposal submissions, questions, and communications are managed exclusively through the Ocean State Procures™ portal, with no specified federal clauses or additional packaging and marking requirements beyond standard delivery terms.