Gunning Bedford Site Work Improvements

The Colonial School District is seeking a qualified General Contractor to perform comprehensive site‑work improvements at Gunning Bedford Middle School, including parking lot seal‑coating, new ADA‑compliant walkways, storm‑water BMPs, grading, drainage, athletic field upgrades, fencing, bleachers, and a 9‑space parking addition. Bidders must submit a sealed bid with a 10 % bid bond and be prepared to post a 100 % performance/payment bond upon award. The project is funded by the State of Delaware, requires prevailing‑wage compliance, drug‑testing affidavits, and a 2‑year warranty. • Scope covers civil/site‑work, paving, drainage, storm‑water management, ADA pathways, and athletic‑field facilities. • Only General Contractors may bid; subcontractors must be listed and qualified. • Mandatory pre‑bid meeting on 24 Mar 2026 at the school site; bid deadline 21 Apr 2026, 3:30 p.m. • Allowance of $100,000 for unforeseen conditions; contract award expected 12 May 2026 with work to start ~8 Jun 2026 and substantial completion by 21 Aug 2026.