Heartland State Trail Itasca State Park

This contract pertains to the Heartland State Trail project at Itasca State Park, with the solicitation posted by the Minnesota Department of Administration. It emphasizes a focus on Targeted Group, Economically Disadvantaged, and Veteran-Owned businesses, establishing a subcontracting goal of 2% for these categories. The scope of work includes extensive earthwork and paving activities, such as the excavation of approximately 3,501 cubic yards, placement of 3,750 cubic yards of granular borrow, grading and compacting over 17,266 square yards of subgrade, and laying 12,333 square yards of bituminous pavement. Additional tasks involve installing concrete slabs, erosion control blankets, silt fences, and corrugated aluminum steel pipes, along with clearing and grubbing over 4.2 acres. The project is set within Minnesota, with a contract size estimated between $500,000 and $1,000,000, and the response deadline is November 21, 2024. Plans and specifications for the project were prepared by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, with Jeff Erickson serving as the primary contact for inquiries.