Demolish And Dispose Of Structures And Site Improvements At 1585 N Blackstone Avenue

The City of Fresno is soliciting bids for solicitation number 12700625 to demolish and dispose of structures and site improvements located at 1585 N Blackstone Avenue, Fresno, California. The scope of work includes the removal of existing buildings, foundations, concrete, asphalt pavement, landscaping, and associated improvements, as well as the cutting and capping of sewer and water utilities. Specific requirements include the removal of basement walls and floor fill with subsequent compaction, and the site must be left in a firm, level, and clean condition. The project must be completed within twenty consecutive working days from the Notice to Proceed, and the contractor is responsible for obtaining all necessary permits from the Fresno Fire Department and clearances from PG&E and the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with a maximum value of 184,000 dollars. A five percent local preference is available to businesses within a 25-mile radius of Fresno City Hall or within Fresno County, provided they certify that at least 30 percent of the work is self-performed by Fresno County residents and 50 percent of the contract value is performed by local entities. For contracts of 25,000 dollars or more, 100 percent performance and payment bonds are required. The project is subject to prevailing wage requirements and must comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System standards. Bids were due by November 3, 2026, following a mandatory pre-bid conference on October 27, 2026.