Jefferson Avenue Infrastructure Improvements Public Art

The contract involves comprehensive infrastructure improvements along Jefferson Avenue aimed at enhancing safety and mobility for all users, including vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists. Key elements of the project include roadway milling and overlay, the construction of new sidewalks and ADA-compliant ramps, and the installation of high-visibility crosswalks and upgraded pedestrian signals. To promote traffic calming, the project incorporates curb bump-outs, raised crosswalks, and the planting of additional street trees. It also features the development of new bicycle facilities, green infrastructure, and various landscape and hardscape enhancements, along with the integration of public art to enrich the streetscape. Multiple alternative cross-section designs were developed to balance pedestrian needs, public transit access, on-street parking, and bike lanes or separated cycle tracks within the existing right-of-way, with public and stakeholder input guiding the final concepts. The project is managed by the City of Buffalo and was publicly solicited under solicitation number 844, posted on April 11, 2024, with a response deadline of May 24, 2024. It falls under the NAICS code 561730, indicating a focus on landscape and horticultural services, and is part of the city's broader efforts to improve urban infrastructure and public spaces. Additional details and updates can be accessed through the city's bidding portal.