Municipal Lab Building Site Preparation & Asphalt Paving

The Municipality of the County of Kings is seeking lump-sum pricing from qualified bidders for site preparation and asphalt paving at 73 Coldbrook Village Park Drive in Coldbrook, Nova Scotia. The scope of work includes site preparation, subgrade grading to a 1.5-2% slope, the installation and compaction of 200 mm Type 2 and 150 mm Type 1 granular base, and the placement of a minimum 50 mm compacted hot-mix asphalt surface course. Additional requirements include modifying a 12-meter driveway culvert, removing necessary fencing, and installing stormwater infrastructure such as catch basins and DR35 storm pipes to ensure positive drainage. All work must be completed by December 1, 2026, and must adhere to the Nova Scotia Department of Public Works Standard Specification for Highway Construction and Maintenance. The contract will be awarded to the lowest-priced, compliant bid following a compliance review. Bidders must submit their proposals electronically, including a detailed project schedule and itemized lump-sum pricing. Successful bidders must hold their pricing for at least 60 days and provide all required documentation within 10 calendar days of the award. The contractor is responsible for all quality control testing, while the Municipality's representative will conduct final inspection and acceptance. Key administrative requirements include compliance with the Workers Compensation Act of Nova Scotia, adherence to CSA standards for all machinery, and the potential requirement for employees to undergo RCMP security clearances and criminal record checks.