Opportunity
Keene Publicpurchase #01-26-25
Downtown Keene Infrastructure Improvements Project (Multi-Phase)
Posted
April 28, 2026
Respond By
May 08, 2026
Identifier
01-26-25
NAICS
237110, 237310, 237990
This opportunity involves a major infrastructure upgrade for downtown Keene, NH, spanning Main Street, Railroad Square, Central Square, and nearby side streets. - Project Scope: - Drain system improvements: remove and replace ~6,300 LF of HDPE culverts and stormwater structures - Water system upgrades: install ~6,000 LF of ductile iron water main, gate valves, hydrants, and water services - Sewer system improvements: install ~6,600 LF of PVC sewer pipe and 40 manholes - Sidewalk construction: build ~18,000 SY of concrete sidewalks - Granite curb installation/resetting: install 11,000 LF, reset 7,000 LF - Electrical improvements: panel enclosure, lighting, conduit, wiring - Traffic signal replacement: signals, posts, mast arms (provided by City) - Landscaping: plant 170 trees, 480 shrubs, 7,000 perennials, install soil, mulch, irrigation - Signage and irrigation system replacement - Storm drain removal: remove 9,100 LF of CMP storm drain and 75 structures - Additional tasks: traffic maintenance, erosion control, SWPPP management, road reconstruction, pavement markings - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Notable Requirements: - Multi-year, multi-phase execution (three phases over three years) - Broad range of infrastructure disciplines required - Traffic signals and mast arms furnished by the City - Place of Performance: - Downtown Keene, NH (Main Street, Railroad Square, Central Square, adjacent side streets) - Estimated contract value: Not specified, but likely in the multi-million dollar range given project scope
Description
The City of Keene is seeking bids from qualified contractors for the Downtown Infrastructure Improvements and Reconstruction Project, covering Main Street, Railroad Square, and Central Square from just south of Water Street to Court/Washington Street, including portions of adjacent side streets. The project involves three phases of construction over three years and includes extensive work on drainage, water, sewer, sidewalks, electrical, traffic signals, landscaping, signage, and stormwater management. Specific improvements include drain system upgrades, water and sewer system replacements, sidewalk construction, granite curb installation, electrical and traffic signal work, landscaping, signage, irrigation system replacement, storm drain removal, and additional related infrastructure tasks.