Cleveland Metroparks Marina Dredging Years 2027-2031, Parkwide

Cleveland Metroparks is seeking a qualified contractor to perform annual and periodic maintenance dredging at two park marinas (Emerald Necklace Marina and Wildwood Marina) for the five‑year period 2027‑2031. The work includes all labor, equipment, material handling, and disposal of predominantly granular sediment (approximately 1,000‑4,000 cubic yards per year at Emerald Necklace and about 2,000‑4,000 cubic yards in 2029 at Wildwood). The contractor must adhere to U.S. Army Corps of Engineers permits, use silt curtains, complete work by May 1 each year, and provide performance and labor bonds. Late bids are not accepted; a bid bond of 10 % is required for bids over $10,000, and a performance bond equal to 100 % of the contract price is required upon award. Liquidated damages of $5,000 per day apply for missed deadlines. • Scope: Dredging, sediment transport, and disposal for two marinas (Emerald Necklace & Wildwood) • Schedule: Annual work for Emerald Necklace (2027‑2031) plus a single dredge at Wildwood in 2029; each year’s work must be finished by May 1 • Permit compliance: USACE 2026‑2036 permits, Ohio DNR in‑water work waivers, silt curtains required • Bonds: 10 % bid bond (or certified check) for bids >$10,000; 100 % performance & labor bond after award • Liquidated damages: $5,000 per day for late substantial completion • Submission: Bids via Public Purchase by Nov 3, 2026 2:00 PM ET; pre‑bid conference Oct 15, 2026 (virtual) • Evaluation: Technical compliance, bonding, insurance, prevailing‑wage adherence, diversity/MBE/DBE participation