Cannonball Path Phase 6

The Cannonball Path Phase 6 contract (No. 7431) funds the design‑build construction of a new multi‑modal right‑of‑way corridor in Madison, WI, including road reconstruction, sidewalks, bike‑paths, extensive sanitary and storm‑sewer upgrades, utility relocations, traffic‑signal and street‑lighting installation, a prefabricated steel‑truss pedestrian bridge over Wingra Creek, and associated erosion‑control and landscaping. The City of Madison awarded the $2.18 M best‑value contract to Speedway Sand & Gravel, Inc., with work slated to begin in early August 2026 and be completed by late November 2026 (bridge work may extend to May 2027). • Scope covers excavation, grading, HMA paving, concrete curb & gutter, new sidewalks, bike‑lane markings, and bridge approaches. • Utility work includes PVC sanitary sewers (8‑ to 24‑in.), reinforced‑concrete storm sewers, water, gas, and fiber‑optic conduit installations. • Traffic‑control plan, LED street‑lighting, signal cabinets, pedestrian push‑buttons, and detectable warning surfaces are included. • Erosion‑control measures must be installed prior to construction, and daily street cleaning is required. • Contract includes liquidated‑damage penalties ($1,750/day for 2026 work, $1,000/day for 2027 bridge work) and a Small‑Business‑Enterprise goal of 8 % of total value.