Lakeland Avenue Drainage Improvements

The City of Valdosta is soliciting bids for a comprehensive storm‑water drainage improvement project along Lakeland Avenue. The work includes curb and gutter upgrades, storm‑pipe installation, sidewalk construction, dredging of the One Mile Branch channel, and the construction of two new detention ponds (1.25 acre and 0.5 acre). The contract is a unit‑price agreement with a 300‑day performance period and requires extensive coordination with utility owners, traffic control, and compliance with GDOT and city specifications. • Scope covers drainage upgrades, dredging, and two new storm‑water ponds. • Unit‑price contract; payments made monthly based on actual quantities measured. • Mandatory pre‑bid meeting on Sep 15 2026; bid submission deadline extended to Dec 1 2026. • Requires 5 % bid bond, 100 % performance and payment bonds (unless bid ≤ $25K), and specific insurance coverage.