RFP Bid Results – Salmon Point Footbridge Replacement

The Town of Bridgton is seeking a qualified contractor to replace the existing Salmon Point footbridge at the Salmon Point Campground. The scope includes demolition and removal of the current bridge, design and construction of a new wooden‑plank footbridge, replacement of two concrete walls (10’ × 12’), installation of two 8’ wing walls at a 45° angle with concrete footings (12’ × 10’), and removal of eight trees to accommodate the wing walls. The bridge width will remain 10 ft, the deck width reduced from 13 ft to 9 ft, and the vertical clearance increased by roughly 24–30 in. All demolition debris must be removed and the site restored. Work is to occur during low‑flow conditions from late September/early October 2025 and be completed by December 2025. Proposals were due 2 PM May 21 2025, with award expected by May 28 2025. • Demolition, concrete wall and wing‑wall construction, new wooden footbridge installation. • Site restoration and debris removal required. • Construction window constrained to low‑flow period (Sept‑Oct 2025) with a December 2025 completion deadline.