RFSB No. 227017 - Pedestrian Improvements on Eastern Avenue

The City of Augusta is soliciting bids for RFSB No. 227017 to implement pedestrian improvements on Eastern Avenue. The scope of work includes the construction of concrete bump outs with ADA-approved ramps and landings, the reconstruction of sidewalk areas, and the removal of existing detectable warning fields and obstructions. All work must be performed in accordance with the March 2026 Maine Department of Transportation Standard Specifications and Details, the latest edition of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, and the City of Augusta Noise Ordinance, which restricts work hours from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM. The project must be completed on or before August 27, 2027, with work commencing upon receipt of a Notice to Proceed. Key contractual requirements include strict adherence to Build America Buy America standards, requiring manufactured products to be made in the US with at least 55 percent of components produced domestically. Bids exceeding $50,000 require a 5% bid bond and 100% performance and surety bonds. Contractors must provide a secure, high-speed internet connection for State personnel and ensure all liability insurance is obtained before starting work. Bids are due by December 9, 2026, and must include a project schedule, a construction narrative, and a completed schedule of items. Award decisions are governed by the City's purchasing ordinance, and the City reserves the right to accept any bid deemed in its best interest.