REBID: Knox & Kane Trail Development - Byromtown 24-143

The Knox and Kane Rail Trail Development Phase 1 project, located in Jenks Township, Forest County, Pennsylvania, involves the construction of a rail trail including grading, surface placement, a rock construction entrance, and a gravel parking lot with concrete ADA parking spaces. Additional scope items may include culvert replacements, ditch cleaning, fencing, and signage. The project is managed by the Headwaters Charitable Trust and requires the contractor to provide all necessary labor, materials, and equipment. Work must commence within 30 calendar days of the Notice to Proceed, with substantial completion required within 180 consecutive calendar days and final completion within 210 consecutive calendar days. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder based on criteria including technical experience, financial stability, and a submitted tentative construction schedule. Bidders must provide a 10 percent bid bond, certificates of insurance for liability and workman's compensation, and a qualification statement detailing three relevant projects completed within the last five years. The agreement mandates compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Davis-Bacon wage rates, and Build America, Buy America requirements. Payment is processed via monthly partial payment estimates, with a 10 percent retainage until 50 percent of the work is complete, at which point retainage reduces to 5 percent. Liquidated damages for delays are set at 750 dollars per day.