Description
The City of Wilmington is seeking qualified contractors to fully demolish the historic Lions Bridge in Greenfield Lake Park. The scope includes removal of all bridge components, hazardous‑material abatement, debris disposal to an EPA‑approved landfill, site grading, reseeding, and protection of surrounding park features. The contract ceiling is $98,000, with a 90‑day construction window and liquidated damages of $230 per day for overruns. The city requires compliance with OSHA, EPA, and NC environmental regulations, a 14 % MWBE subcontracting goal, and full insurance coverage (minimum $3 million per policy). Bidders must attend a mandatory pre‑bid conference on December 17 2024 and submit sealed bids by January 7 2025.
• Complete demolition of the 120‑ft timber‑pile pedestrian bridge, including pile removal or cutting below mudline.
• Handling of asbestos, lead‑based paint, and other hazardous materials by accredited specialists.
• Full debris management, site restoration (grading, seeding, straw spread), and protection of live trees and park amenities.
• Requirement for utility coordination, permits, safety controls, and a 1‑year warranty on workmanship.
• MWBE subcontracting target of 14 % and insurance minimums of $3 million for CGL, Workers’ Comp, and Business Auto.