New York State Contract Reporter #2136622

Village of Aurora Seeks Design, Engineering, and Construction Management for Waterfront Park Project

The Village of Aurora, New York, is seeking qualified firms to provide comprehensive professional services for the development of the Southern Gateway: Aurora Waterfront Park. - Government Buyer: - Village of Aurora, New York - Contact: Ann Balloni, Village Clerk - Scope of Services: - Design, engineering, permitting, construction management, and oversight for the park project - Tasks include conceptual and final design, construction documents, permitting (including SEQRA compliance), bidding assistance, construction oversight, and grant administration - Project Features: - Repurposing an old railway bed into a durable, ADA-compliant, shared-use trail - Installation of park amenities: signage, parking area, picnic tables, shade trees - Waterfront features: accessible canoe/kayak launch, kayak storage rack, launch site signage, benches - Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on environmentally responsible practices and inclusive, ADA-compliant design - Community engagement and stewardship are key priorities - MWBE (15% MBE, 15% WBE) and SDVOB (6%) participation goals - No specific OEMs or product vendors are named; the procurement is for professional services

Description

The Village of Aurora is seeking proposals for the design, engineering, permitting, construction management, and oversight services to construct the Southern Gateway Park. The project involves repurposing an old railway bed into a durable, shared use, ADA compliant trail, along with additional park features such as signage, parking area, picnic tables, shade trees, and waterfront amenities including an accessible canoe/kayak launch, kayak storage rack, launch site signage, and benches. The project is part of the Village's Downtown Revitalization Initiative and aims to create a welcoming, environmentally friendly public space that connects people to nature and provides water access. The scope includes conceptual and final design, obtaining permits, managing bidding and construction, and grant administration tasks.

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