Howard Buford Recreation Area Arboretum Parking Lot Upgrade

The Lane County Engineering & Construction Services division is soliciting bids for the Howard Buford Recreation Area Arboretum Parking Lot Upgrade. The scope includes demolition of existing pavement and structures, extensive earthwork, drainage improvements, new asphalt and concrete paving, installation of ADA‑compliant parking stalls, signage, lighting (LED poles and EV‑charging pedestal), retaining walls, curbs, sidewalks, and extensive erosion‑control and storm‑water management measures. The contract is a county‑funded public‑works project with an estimated value of $1 M‑$2 M and a two‑phase contract time ending 23 Oct 2026 for construction and 22 Oct 2027 for final seeding and landscaping. The bid must be submitted electronically by 1 PM on 9 June 2026; a Q&A period closes 4 June 2026. No pre‑bid meeting is required. Key requirements include utility notifications, compliance with DEQ NPDES Permit 1200‑CA, FEMA flood‑zone considerations, prevailing‑wage rules, and extensive documentation of erosion‑control BMPs. • Demolition, grading, and sub‑grade preparation (~3,320 CY excavation, 675 CY topsoil). • Installation of storm‑water ditch, catch‑basins, perforated pipe, and drainage structures. • New asphalt (≈1,890 tons) and concrete curbs, sidewalks, stairs, and tactile surfaces. • Lighting poles, LED fixtures, EV‑charger relocation, signage and pavement markings. • Comprehensive erosion‑control, sediment‑control, and seeding/vegetation plan with quarterly maintenance payments.