Multi-Road Construction - FY27 DPW - 02-26

The Town of Amherst, New Hampshire, is soliciting bids for a multi-road construction project, known as "Multi-Road Construction - FY27" (Bid # DPW02-26). The project involves resurfacing, reconstruction, and excavation work on various roads and parking lots in Amherst, including: * Jones Rd. * Narragansett Rd. * Flanders Rd. * Mont Vernon Rd. * Old Coach Ln. * Steeple Ln. * Windsor Dr. * Wilkins Rd. * Boston Post Rd. * Merrimack Rd. * Baboosic Lake Town Beach parking lot The project has a budget of approximately $1.625 million and is expected to be completed in two phases: * Phase 1: July 1, 2026, to October 31, 2026 * Phase 2: January 1, 2027, to June 15, 2027 The final completion date for the project is June 26, 2027. The town reserves the right to remove or replace roads in the program as needs arise or to cease work on the project if all dedicated monies have been expended. Bidders are required to: * Attend a mandatory pre-bid meeting on February 23, 2026 * Submit bids in a sealed envelope by March 5, 2026, at 12:00 PM * Provide a bid security in the amount of 5% of the total base bid price * Be listed on the NHDOT 'Prequalified Contractor's List' with a classification of road construction The town intends to award the contract to the most reasonable and responsible low bidder, but reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, waive informalities, or modify the scope of work if deemed in the best interest of the town. Contract documents and technical specifications can be examined on the town's website, Construction Summary of NH, NH Municipal Association, and Associated General Contractors of NH. No RFP documents will be mailed. The bid schedule and instructions to bidders are provided, and bidders are required to fill in all blank spaces on the bid schedule and execute the bid schedule properly. The bid submittal process and accuracy of bid submittal are also outlined. Failure to comply with critical dates will result in the assessment of liquidated damages in the amount of $500.00 for each calendar day of delay. The town will publicly open and read aloud all bids received, and a recommendation will be made to the Board of Selectmen as to the award of the contract on or about March 23, 2026.