Austin Afo #IFB 6100 CLMC1172

Construction of Northern Walnut Creek Trail - Northern Springdale Corridor in Austin, TX

The City of Austin Transportation and Public Works Department is seeking bids for the construction of the Northern Walnut Creek Trail - Northern Springdale Corridor, a major urban trail project. - Government Buyer: - City of Austin Transportation and Public Works Department, Capital Contracting Office - Project Scope: - Construction of approximately 3.78 miles of 16-foot wide multi-use urban trail with 12-inch concrete pavement and 2-foot grass shoulders - Intersection improvements, hardscaping, wayfinding elements, two prefabricated pedestrian bridges, illumination, and utility adjustments - Installation of Portland cement concrete sidewalks, pipe culverts, solar-powered lighting, temporary fencing, portable traffic barricades, soil borrow, hydrated lime, grass seed, project identification signs, handrails, irrigation systems, embankments, riprap, tree and shrub removal, erosion control, and planting intermediate trees - Products/Services Requested: - Extensive list of construction materials and services including concrete pavement (6" and 7" thick), lime treated subgrade, culvert pipes (18" and 24" RCP), chain link fencing, ADA-compliant handrails, native seeding, erosion control blankets, rock berms, stabilized construction entrances, removable steel bollards, and more - Detailed line items with part numbers and quantities (see below) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compliance with federal wage rates and Buy America provisions - Adherence to City’s DBE Neutral Procurement Program; bidders must engage with Small and Minority Business Resources office if subcontracting or supply needs arise - Liquidated damages for delays; project duration is 610 calendar days plus 45 days for final completion - Emphasis on erosion and sediment control, tree preservation/removal, and sustainable landscaping - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or manufacturers are named in the solicitation; materials and products are specified by type and standard - Attachments: - Detailed bid documents, MWDBE procurement packet, and project plans/drawings

Product Line Items: - See detailed list below for all requested materials, part numbers, and quantities

Services Line Items: - Site work, handrail installation, irrigation system construction, excavation, embankments, riprap installation, tree and shrub removal, erosion control, and planting intermediate trees

Estimated Contract Value: - $13,300,000 (based on initial release summary)

Period of Performance: - 610 calendar days for substantial completion, plus 45 days for final completion after Notice to Proceed; no option years or annual subscription

Competing Products: - Alternative construction materials and systems for urban trails, such as asphalt pavement, modular bridge systems, and alternative erosion control solutions

Primary Competitors: - Major civil construction firms specializing in municipal infrastructure and trail construction (see below)

Primary OEMs: - No specific OEMs identified; products are generic or specified by standard

Description

This solicitation is an Invitation For Bids (IFB) for the construction of the Northern Walnut Creek Trail segment from Braker/Mokan to the Southern Walnut Creek Trail, previously named the 3A South and 3C segment. The project involves various construction activities including sidewalks, pipe culverts, solar-powered lighting, temporary fencing, traffic barricades, soil borrow, lime, grass seed, construction signs, site work, handrails, irrigation systems, excavation, embankments, riprap, concrete, tree and shrub removal, erosion control, and planting. The City of Austin requires compliance with its DBE Neutral Procurement Program, although no specific goals have been set for this project. The estimated contract value is $13,300,000.00, and the response deadline is September 17, 2026, at 2:00 PM.

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