# North Carolina eVP #274-PR-2026FRPMBT-DBR

Design-Build Services for Forest Ridge Park Mountain Bike Trail Construction

**Posted:** September 24, 2026
**Respond By:** October 15, 2026
**Identifier:** 274-PR-2026FRPMBT-DBR
**NAICS:** 237310, 541320, 237990

The City of Raleigh is seeking qualified design-build teams to deliver new natural surface mountain bike trails at Forest Ridge Park in Wake County, North Carolina.
- Government Buyer:
  - City of Raleigh, Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department
  - Contact: Thomas Dawson, Capital Projects Manager
- Scope of Work:
  - Design and construction of approximately 7.5 miles of single-track mountain bike trails
  - Includes field layout, survey, engineering, cost estimating, permitting (City, State, Federal), and construction
  - Special features: backcountry bridges, boardwalks, and adaptive mountain biking accommodations
  - Coordination required with NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources and US Army Corps of Engineers
  - Professional Trail Builders Association membership is preferred
- Products/Services Requested:
  - Comprehensive design-build services for trail development
  - No specific OEMs, part numbers, or product quantities are listed
- Notable Requirements:
  - Budget not to exceed $700,000
  - Completion deadline by Spring 2028 to meet grant requirements
  - Emphasis on minimizing park impact, environmental protection, and public safety
  - Financial transparency and collaboration with city staff
- No electronic bids accepted; detailed instructions provided in solicitation attachments

### Description

The City of Raleigh is seeking one or more qualified design-build teams to provide design and construction services for natural surface mountain bike trails at Forest Ridge Park. The project involves the development of approximately 7.5 miles of single-track mountain biking trails designed to accommodate intermediate to advanced riders. The scope includes design, field layout, survey, engineering, cost estimating, permitting at various government levels, and construction of trails, special features, bridges, and boardwalks. The project must comply with regulatory constraints and is to be completed by Spring 2028 to meet grant deadlines.

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