Indian Hill Park Improvements - Phase II / DPWP

The City of Worcester is undertaking Phase II improvements at Indian Hill Park, encompassing new softball fields, playground equipment, extensive site work, utilities, lighting, fencing, irrigation, and landscaping. The project is being procured as a sealed‑bid, firm‑fixed‑price public‑construction contract and was awarded to Sciaba Construction, which submitted the lowest responsible bid inclusive of the required alternates. The work must be substantially completed by mid‑April 2023, with performance and payment bonds required for the full contract amount. The solicitation includes detailed specifications for concrete, asphalt, electrical, security‑camera systems, and a mandatory MWBE participation goal. • Scope includes earth‑moving, grading, utility relocation, concrete curbs, sidewalks, playground equipment, security cameras, and irrigation. • Contract value is roughly $2.1 M (based on the winning bid). • Substantial‑completion deadline: 15 Apr 2023; no extensions for change orders unless approved. • Required bonds: 5 % bid security; performance and payment bonds equal to the contract price.