Description
This public‑works solicitation calls for the complete replacement of the existing playground at Roosevelt Elementary School, including demolition, site preparation, installation of new equipment, surfacing, landscaping, utilities, and associated civil work. The project is budgeted at roughly $500,000 and will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The contractor must provide substantial bonding (10 % bid bond, 100 % performance and payment bonds), adhere to California prevailing‑wage requirements, secure DVBE participation of at least 3 %, and meet rigorous insurance and licensing standards. The compressed schedule requires mobilization by mid‑August, construction commencement in early September, and substantial completion by early October, with liquidated damages for delays.
• Scope: full playground demolition, new equipment installation, surfacing, grading, utilities, and landscaping.
• Required capabilities: Class B California contractor’s license, experience with playground construction, ability to furnish 100 % performance and payment bonds, and compliance with prevailing‑wage/DVBE rules.
• Schedule: Job‑walk July 16, bid deadline July 30, construction start Sep 8, target completion Oct 2.
• Financials: Engineer’s estimate $500 k; bid security 10 % of bid; retainage 5 % with possible escrow alternative; liquidated damages $1,500/day for delays.