Ashuelot Rail Trail Bridge (KSC) Rehab

The City of Keene is soliciting qualified contractors to remove and replace the timber members of the Ashuelot Rail Trail bridge (KSC) over the Ashuelot River. The work is funded with federal Rural Transportation Program (RTP) dollars and requires the contractor to supply all materials, perform demolition, install new timber decking, PT wood sleepers, sub‑floor, composite decking, hand railings, and complete site restoration. The contract includes a 45‑day substantial‑completion schedule and a 60‑day total completion window, with liquidated damages of $500 per day for any delay. Bidders must submit electronic or hard‑copy bids by 2:00 PM EST on 24 Nov 2026 and attend an optional pre‑bid Zoom meeting on 10 Nov 2026. • Scope: Timber bridge demolition, new timber and composite decking, PT wood sleepers/sub‑floor, hand railings, silt fence, site restoration. • Funding: Federal RTP grant – compliance with federal reporting required. • Schedule: Start after notice to proceed; 45 days to substantial completion, 60 days to final completion. • Submission: Electronic via Public Purchase portal or mailed to Purchasing & Contract Services Office, deadline 24 Nov 2026 2 PM EST. • Pre‑bid: Optional Zoom meeting 10 Nov 2026 11:30 AM EST (online). • Mandatory documents: Addendum No. 1 (must be accepted), bid forms, project references, financial statements, bond for performance. • Contact: Yves P. Gakunde, Bid Contact, (603) 357‑9800 ext 6097, [email protected].