City of Fresno PlanetBids #12700625

Demolition and site restoration at 1585 N Blackstone Avenue

The City of Fresno is seeking a lump-sum contractor to demolish and clear the property at 1585 N Blackstone Avenue. - Government buyer: City of Fresno, with project responsibilities involving the Capital Projects Department and General Services Department; the Purchasing Division is identified as the procurement office. - Work requested: Demolish and remove buildings, debris, foundations, basement walls and floor, concrete flatwork, asphalt pavement, lighting, signage, a trash enclosure, and specified landscaping. Cap the sewer connection, disconnect utilities as required, fill and compact basement areas, re-grade the site, and leave it level, clean, and free of debris. Quantity: 1 lump-sum service. - Notable requirements: Obtain demolition and fire-impairment permits and required clearances; provide dust and stormwater controls; notify neighbors and PG&E in advance; and coordinate with adjacent property owners, including BNSF Railroad. City trees in the park strip or right-of-way are to remain unless otherwise directed. - Contractor qualifications and execution: A valid California Class C-21 contractor’s license and attendance at the mandatory site conference are required. The contractor must use the City’s Construction Management Information System (CMIS). The stated completion period is 20 working days after the Notice to Proceed; the contractor must notify the City at least two weeks before demolition. - Named companies and systems: No OEMs or branded products are specified. PG&E and BNSF Railroad are named for coordination; PlanetBids is identified as the electronic bid platform, and CMIS as the City’s project documentation system.

Description

The City of Fresno is soliciting bids to demolish and remove existing on-site buildings, foundations, concrete, asphalt concrete pavement, landscaping, and associated site improvements at 1585 N Blackstone Avenue. Work also includes cutting and capping the existing sewer and water utilities. Bids must be submitted electronically through PlanetBids, and bidders must hold a valid California Class C-21 Contractor’s License. A mandatory pre-bid meeting and job-site tour is scheduled for October 27, 2026; the bid opening is November 3, 2026. The solicitation states a 20-working-day duration from the Notice to Proceed and requires 100% payment and performance bonds.

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