RFP 1220-2026-4201 - Discovery Trail West – Trail Repair

The City of Abbotsford has issued Request for Proposals RFP 1220-2026-4201 for the Discovery Trail West Trail Repair project. The scope of work involves the remediation of multi-wide asphalt trails between Gardner Park and Clearbrook Road to address root heaving, cracking, and subsidence, ensuring alignment with the City's Multi-Use Hard Trail Standard. Key activities include the construction and remediation of asphalt trails, converting some sections to aggregate trails, installing large rock for retaining measures on cut slopes, and performing site restoration through grading and seeding. The project is governed by the Platinum Edition of the Master Municipal Construction Document (MMCD), with Aplin and Martin Consultants Ltd. serving as the Contract Administrator. The procurement process requires proposals to be submitted via the City's electronic bidding system by November 10, 2026. Award decisions will be based on a total score combining non-price rated criteria and pricing, with the top-ranked proponent entering direct contract negotiations. The project is scheduled for award on November 30, 2026, with site mobilization on December 7, 2026, and substantial performance required by February 12, 2027. Successful proponents must provide performance and labour and material payment bonds each valued at 50 percent of the contract price within five days of the award. Additionally, the contractor must identify key personnel, including a Project Manager, Site Superintendent, and Project Arborist, and adhere to WorkSafeBC Occupational Health and Safety Regulations.