Improvements to Long Island Ave, btwn Straight Path & Rt. 231, Deer Park

The Town of Babylon is soliciting sealed proposals for Bid No. 26G43, which involves road improvements to Long Island Avenue between Straight Path and Route 231 in Deer Park, New York. The scope of work includes paving, milling, sidewalks, curbs, ramps, and drainage. This is a Federal Aid project that must adhere to all provisions of the Federal Highway Administration and the New York State Department of Transportation. Key regulatory requirements include compliance with the Davis-Bacon Act, the NYS Department of Labor Prevailing Wage Law, and the Build America, Buy America Act (BABA). Additionally, for projects exceeding $250,000, all contractors and subcontractors must participate in an apprenticeship program approved by the NYS Department of Labor for all necessary trades. Proposals must be submitted intact and accompanied by a bid security in the form of a certified check or bid bond payable to the Town of Babylon, totaling five percent of the total bid comparison price. Sealed bids must be hand-delivered or mailed to the Town Hall in Lindenhurst, New York, no later than 10:00 AM on Thursday, October 1, 2026. The project is expected to be completed within a 120-day performance period. While specific MBE and WBE goals are noted in some documentation, the primary compliance focus remains on federal and state labor, apprenticeship, and domestic material standards. Project administration is managed by Kathy Lynch through the Town of Babylon General Services department.