Midtown Fresno Trail: Herndon Canal Metro Trail from Shields to McKinley (Midtown Trial Segment 3)

The City of Fresno is seeking a qualified contractor to construct a 1.35‑mile multi‑use pedestrian and cycling trail (Segment 3 of the Metro Trails system) along the Herndon Canal, including associated roadway, bridge, and amenity improvements. The contract will be awarded under public‑works rules, requires a Class “A” California contractor’s license, and includes extensive coordination with multiple public agencies. The work must be completed within 120 working days after the notice to proceed, with liquidated damages of $5,000 per day for delays. • Construct the 1.35‑mile trail, concrete sidewalks, curb‑and‑gutter, ADA‑compliant ramps, lighting, signage, benches, bike racks, drinking fountains, and dog‑waste stations. • Install a city‑furnished prefabricated steel pedestrian bridge, perform minor roadway and crossing upgrades, and execute grading, drainage, landscaping, and irrigation works. • Provide required performance and payment bonds (100 % of contract value), comply with prevailing‑wage, Buy‑America, and Community Workforce Agreement requirements, and manage all submittals through the City’s Construction Management Information System.