Site Improvements at Billy Taylor Park

The City of Providence, Rhode Island, is soliciting bids for site improvements at Billy Taylor Park. The bid package includes several forms that must be completed and submitted by the deadline. Here are the key points: **Bid Details:** * Bid opening date: April 20, 2026 * Bid opening time: 2:15 PM * Location: Department of the City Clerk, City Hall, Room 311, 25 Dorrance Street, Providence, RI 02903 * Pre-bid conference: April 7, 2026, at 10:00 AM at Billy Taylor Park **Bid Requirements:** * Bidders must submit 2 copies of their bid in sealed envelopes or packages labeled with the item description and city department. * Bidders must complete and submit all required forms, including: + Bid Form 1: Bidder's Blank + Bid Form 2: Certification of Bidder + Bid Form 3: Certificate Regarding Public Records + Bid Form 4: Affidavit of City Vendor + Forms from the Minority and Women Business Enterprise Program (if applicable) + Supplemental Bid Form: Formal response to the specifications outlined in the RFP * Bidders must provide proof of licenses and certifications as required by the City. **Evaluation Criteria:** * The City will evaluate bids based on the lowest qualified and responsible bidder. * The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids. * The City will consider factors such as price, quality, and delivery date in evaluating bids. **Contract Terms:** * The contract will be awarded within 90 days of bid opening. * The contractor will be required to provide a performance and payment bond with a satisfactory surety company. * The contractor will be required to comply with the provisions of the Rhode Island Worker's Compensation Act and submit a certificate of insurance. **Contact Information:** * Questions related to the process: Purchasing Department, [email protected] * Questions related to the Minority and Women Business Enterprise Program: MBE/WBE Outreach Director, [email protected] * Questions related to the specifications: Landscape Designer, [email protected] **Deadline:** * Deadline for submitting bids: April 20, 2026, at 2:15 PM * Deadline for submitting questions: April 13, 2026