The City of Allentown is soliciting bids for the improvement of Gordon Street from 5th to 7th Streets. The project includes the construction of ADA-compliant curb ramps, installation of underground wiring and conduit, pedestrian-scale lighting system, and landscaping. The contract may be awarded for the base bid only or the base bid plus one or more alternates. The city reserves the right to select the combination of base bid and alternates that it deems in its best interest for the project.
• The project includes the installation of new pedestrian light foundations, pedestrian lights, and electrical conduit.
• The contractor must provide steel certification for reinforcing steel and ensure that all electrical wiring and connections are incidental to pole installations.
• The city will supply the lights, and the contractor must install them according to the plan details.
• The project also includes the removal of existing tree root balls, sidewalk installation, and rock excavation as approved by the city engineer.