HEPHZIBAH TOWN SQUARE

The City of Hephzibah, Georgia, is soliciting competitive proposals for the development of the Hephzibah Town Square, a 40-acre project located south of Georgia Highway 88. The scope of work includes the construction of an 8,960 SF Colonial Revival municipal courthouse and administration facility featuring a 67-foot clock and bell tower, 16,300 SF of historically themed commercial shell spaces, and a 1.5-acre town green. Additional site infrastructure includes 208 parking spaces, walking trails, a recreational pond, an amphitheatre, and various hardscapes and landscaping. Construction is anticipated to begin in January 2027 with an estimated duration of 18 months. Proposals are requested for various trade packages, with each package evaluated and awarded as a separate contract. Evaluation is based on price (50%), experience (25%), schedule and manpower (10%), safety (7.5%), and responsiveness (7.5%). Required submission documents include a signed non-collusion affidavit, an E-Verify affidavit, a drug-free workplace certification, and a bid bond for at least 5% of the proposal amount. Awarded contractors must provide performance and payment bonds equal to 100% of the contract amount within five days of notification. Sealed proposals must be delivered to Hephzibah City Hall by 2:00 p.m. local time on December 8, 2026.