The Lucas County Commissioners are seeking qualified contractors to construct the University Parks Trail extension from Silica Road to Centennial Road. The work includes full‑scope civil construction: clearing and grubbing, earthwork, embankment, sub‑grade compaction, placement of geotextile and geogrid, topsoil placement, curb ramps, concrete boardwalk installation, drainage conduit installation, erosion‑control matting, seeding, mulching, water management, pavement base and asphalt concrete paving, traffic‑control signage, and final site cleanup. The contract requires compliance with Ohio Revised Code §§ 4115.03‑4115.14, prevailing‑wage rules, electronic bid submission via the Lucas County bidding system, and submission of a bid bond or certified check as required.
• Required bid submission by 10 AM EDT, July 7 2026 (electronic)
• Completion deadline February 5 2027 – roughly 8 months of construction
• Scope covers ~5,138 cu yd excavation, 2,316 cu yd aggregate base, 165 cu yd asphalt concrete surface, 400 LF raised concrete boardwalk, drainage conduit (≈ 300 ft total), erosion‑control matting, and related utilities
• Prevailing‑wage compliance, bid guarantee (100 % bond or ≥ 10 % certified check), and pre‑qualification required via ODOT/County standards