Description
The National Park Service is seeking a contractor to replace approximately 1,500 linear feet of boardwalks and staircases at the Indiana Dunes National Park. The project involves demolishing the existing structures, installing temporary ground protection mats, and constructing a new 6' wide and 1,500 L.F. long Wickcraft (or approved equal) boardwalk and staircase. The contractor must also provide a separate bid for an "Bid Option Route 1" to build a new ABA boardwalk. The project requires compliance with various regulations, including the Architectural Barrier Act and the latest Building Code.
Some key features of the project include:
* Installation of helical piles buried 20' deep into the ground
* Use of Trex composite wood decking
* Installation of handrails on both sides of the boardwalk
* Compliance with Americans with Disabilities Accessibility Guidelines
* Protection of cultural resources and existing utilities
* Implementation of an accident prevention program
* Provision of photo documentation of the project