Re-advertisement Design Build Services Forest Ridge Park Mountain Bike Trail

The City of Raleigh is seeking qualified design-build teams for the construction of approximately 7.5 miles of single-track mountain biking trails at Forest Ridge Park. This project, governed by NC General Statutes 143-128.1A and the Mini-Brooks Act, focuses on creating trails for intermediate to advanced riders, including adaptive biking, while aligning with the 2013 Falls Lake Masterplan. The work is structured in two phases: Phase 1 encompasses design, field layout, surveying, engineering, and permitting, while Phase 2 covers the final design completion, procurement, and construction of trails, boardwalks, and special features. The project must be completed by Spring 2028 to meet grant deadlines, with a current not-to-exceed budget of 700,000 dollars. The contract follows a design-build framework utilizing DBIA Document No. 535 and may be priced as a lump sum or cost plus fee with a guaranteed maximum price. Selection is based on qualifications rather than price, with a heavy emphasis on the team's approach, experience, and ability to coordinate with regulatory agencies such as the US Army Corps of Engineers and the NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. Requirements include the provision of performance and payment bonds, comprehensive insurance coverage, and the implementation of a Quality Assurance and Quality Control plan. Submittals are due by October 15, 2026, and must include a qualifications package and a separate, sealed hourly rate schedule.