East Beach Massengale Park Boardwalk

The East Beach Massengale Park Boardwalk project, solicited by the Glynn County Board of Commissioners under solicitation IFB27-011, involves the demolition of an existing structure and the construction of a new elevated boardwalk and beach access pier in Brunswick, Georgia. The project aims to improve pedestrian access to the beach while protecting environmentally sensitive areas, including tidal pools, wetlands, and sand dunes. This is a lump sum, all-inclusive contract requiring strict adherence to environmental permits, the Georgia State Shore Protection Act, and AWPA and ASTM standards for treated timber marine pilings. The intended award date is December 17, 2026, with a response deadline of November 4, 2026. Award will be granted to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, provided they have completed the mandatory pre-qualification process for Public Works Construction Projects. Bidders must submit several required documents, including a Representation Affidavit, Georgia Security and Immigration affidavits, and a Supplier Oath. For bids exceeding 100,000 dollars, a bid bond of at least five percent is required, and local vendor preferences are not applicable. The successful contractor must provide performance and payment bonds for 100 percent of the contract price and maintain comprehensive insurance naming the owner as an additional insured. Contract administration includes a 30-working-day payment cycle following approval by the Contract Technical Representative, with a potential ten percent retainage. The contract stipulates liquidated damages of 300 dollars per calendar day for delays and includes a twelve-month warranty period following final acceptance. Construction activities are subject to site inspections, including daily morning monitoring by a species monitor, and all materials must be stored on wooden skids to prevent ground contact.