Foster Township, Centre Street (SR 0940) Streetscape Improvements (0326-609022.20)

Sealed bids for the Foster Township Community Park project are being solicited online through the PennBid Program with a deadline of August 5, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. prevailing time, and bid results will be publicly announced during the Township Supervisors meeting on the same day at 6:30 P.M. The project is divided into two separate contracts: Project A involves the supply and installation of play structures, equipment, safety surfacing, ADA-accessible paths, picnic tables, and other site amenities, while Project B encompasses the construction of a basketball court and pickleball court. Each project will be awarded independently to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. All bidding documents are available at no cost on PennBid.bonfirehub.com, and questions must be submitted via the same portal by July 30, 2026. Each bid must be accompanied by bid security equal to 10% of the total bid amount in the form of a certified check, bank draft, negotiable U.S. government bonds, or an approved bid bond. Upon award, the successful bidder must furnish performance and payment bonds totaling 100% of the contract value, issued by a corporate surety approved by Foster Township. The contract obligates the contractor to comply with all state and federal labor and employment laws, including payment of minimum wages as specified in the documents, prohibitions against discrimination based on race, age, color, religion, sex, ancestry, national origin, or handicap, and the requirement to submit certified weekly payrolls. Compliance with the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act and the Public Works Employment Verification Act (43 P.S. 167.1-167.11) is mandatory, requiring submission of the Public Works Employment Verification Form with the bid. Additional certifications are required regarding non-segregation of facilities, compliance with the Illegal Alien Labor Act, the Right to Know Law, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the State Contractor Responsibility Program, and the Contractor Integrity Provision. The contractor must also hold valid authority to do business in Pennsylvania and submit a Non-Collusion Affidavit. Work must conform to PENNDOT Publication 408, ASTM F1487, CSA Z-614, and other applicable standards, including proper labeling of equipment and surfacing materials. All construction must adhere to the Pennsylvania Construction Code Act and the state’s Steel Products Procurement Act. The project will be administered by Benesch as the Owner’s representative,