Description
The City of Hot Springs, Arkansas has issued an Invitation to Bid for the design‑build construction of a new pedestrian bridge spanning Desoto Park. The bid opening is scheduled for September 14, 2026, with a closing deadline of September 25, 2026 at 5:00 PM. The notice is a “Notice of Intent to Award,” indicating that the city intends to award the contract shortly after the bid period, pending protest resolution. The project will require a qualified construction firm (or a joint venture) capable of delivering a structurally sound, ADA‑compliant bridge, including site preparation, foundations, superstructure, decking, railings, lighting, and any required environmental mitigation. The successful bidder must comply with the city’s purchasing manual, submit all required bid documents, and be prepared for potential protests within five business days of award.
• Scope: Full design‑build of a pedestrian bridge (engineering, permitting, construction, and close‑out).
• Location: Desoto Park, Hot Springs, Arkansas.
• Bid opening: September 14 2026; bid closing: September 25 2026 5 PM.
• Mandatory protest filing deadline: September 25 2026 5 PM.
• No pre‑bid meeting or site visit is indicated.
• Contractor must be able to meet local, state, and federal construction standards.