1-Bid Package 2026.5.7.pdf

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QUARRYVILLE BOROUGH

(SPONSOR)

INVITATION FOR BIDS

ENOLA LOW GRADE CONNECTOR TRAIL – PHASE 2

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LANCASTER COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA

All documents prepared by Wilson Consulting Group, PC (WCG) are instruments of service in respect to the project. They are not intended or represented to be suitable for reuse by the owner or others on extensions of the project or any other project. Any reuse without written verification or adaptation by WCG will be at owner’s sole risk and without liability or legal exposure to WCG and owner shall indemnify and hold harmless WCG from all claims, damages, losses and expenses arising out of or resulting therefrom.

BID DUE DATE: July 1, 2026 (11:00 AM)

Prepared By: Prepared For:

WILSON CONSULTING GROUP, PC QUARRYVILLE BOROUGH

100 OLD SCHOOLHOUSE LANE 300 SAINT CATHERINE STREET

MECHANICSBURG, PA 17055 Quarryville, PA 17566 www.wilsonep.com www.quarryvilleborough.com

5/7/2026

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TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE NO

A – ADVERTISEMENT A-3

B – INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS B-1

C – FORM OF PROPOSAL C-1

D – FORM OF GUARANTY D-1

E – TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS & SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION PROVISIONS

Governing Specifications and Applicable Designated Special Provisions E-1 Revisions to Specifications E-1 PennDOT Standard Drawings E-2 Local Authority E-2 Federal Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1990 (OSHA) E-2 Nondiscrimination/Sexual Harassment Clause E-2 Prevailing Wage Act E-2 Air Pollution Control in Air Basins E-2 Accessibility (ADA) E-3 Utilities E-3 Erosion & Sediment Pollution Control E-3 Contractor Insurance E-4 Contract Security E-5 Shop Drawings & Project Submittals E-6 Source of Supply & Certification of Materials E-6 Incidental Work E-7 Staging & Access E-7 Schedule E-7 Work By Others E-7 Payment to Contractor E-8 Special Provisions E-8

F – FORM OF AGREEMENT F-1

G – CONTRACT BONDS

Performance Bond G-1 Payment Bond G-5 Maintenance Bond G-10

ATTACHMENTS

1. NONDISCRIMINATION/SEXUAL HARASSMENT CLAUSE

2. PUBLIC WORKS EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATION

3. PREVAILING WAGE RATES

4. PENNDOT SOURCE OF SUPPLY FORM (CS-200)

5. PENNDOT CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE FORMS (CS-4171, CS-4171B, & CS-4171LA)

6. GRANT AGREEMENTS

7. CONTRACT DRAWINGS

A. ADVERTISEMENT

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A. ADVERTISEMENT

Quarryville Borough (Sponsor) is requesting Bids for the construction of the following Project:

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Sealed proposals will be received online via the PennBid program by Quarryville Borough until 11:00 AM July 1, 2026. At that time the Bids will be electronically opened and unofficial results posted to PennBID no later than 5:00 PM on the same day.

This project is for the resurfacing of approximately 0.50 miles of the Enola Low Grade Trail in Quarryville Borough, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Work also includes the paving of two ADA parking spots, installation of hardscape features, replacement of bridge railings, and placement of signing and pavement markings.

Construction is anticipated to begin on or about August 3, 2026 and be completed by October 2, 2026.

Project documents are available online for download and printing at no cost from PennBid (https://pennbid.bonfirehub.com).

This project is funded, in part, with funds from the Department of Community and Economic Development Program Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program; and the Department of Conservation of Natural Resources Community Conservation Partnership Program funds. All applicable funding program provisions, as further outlined in the bid documents, apply.

Each proposal must be accompanied by a copy of a Certified Check or Bid Bond payable to “Quarryville Borough”, in an amount not less than Ten percent (10%) of the bid total. Only bonds from companies licensed to do business in the State where the Sponsor is located will be accepted and the bond shall state same.

Performance financial security and payment financial security, each in an amount equal to 100% of the contract price in form set forth in the bidding documents, and evidence of all required insurance as set forth in the bidding documents, must be furnished by the successful Bidder at the time set forth in the bidding documents.

In the event that the successful Bidder proposes to furnish a lending institution letter of credit or a restrictive lending institution escrow account as performance and payment financial security rather than performance and payment surety bonds, the form and content of such alternative financial security must be in compliance with Pennsylvania law, fully protect the public and be approved by the Sponsor’s solicitor.

Notice is given that the project for which Bids are being solicited hereby is a project constituting public works and is subject to applicable provisions of the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act, the Act of August 15, 1961, P.L. 987, as amended and supplemented, and appropriate prevailing minimum wage rates as promulgated under the provisions of said Act must be paid by contractors in connection with performance of the necessary work.

https://pennbid.bonfirehub.com/

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Bids must be submitted unconditionally. No bidder may withdraw bid within 60 days after the scheduled closing time for receipt of bids. The contractor must familiarize themselves with the site prior to submitting a bid. The Sponsor reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any defects or irregularities in the best interest of the Sponsor. If a bid proposal contains missing information, the Sponsor reserves the right to request additional information be submitted prior to award.

The Bidder is bound to the statements and representations contained in PennDOT Publication 408 “Section 102.06(f) Anti-Collusion Requirements”.

All work shall be in conformance with the current Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Publications and the Contract Specifications. Pre-qualification of bidders, as specified in Section 102.01 of Publication 408, IS NOT required on this project.

300 SAINT CATHERINE STREET QUARRYVILLE, PA 17566

B. INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

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B. INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

Project Sponsor Representative: Engineer of Record:

Michelle Evans – Borough Manager Matthew Burlew, PE Quarryville Borough Wilson Consulting Group, PC 300 St. Catherine Street 100 Old Schoolhouse Lane Quarryville, PA 17566 Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 717-786-2404 717-553-0976 evansm@quarryvilleborough.com mattb@WilsonEP.com

1. BIDDER’S RESPONSIBILITY

Each Bidder shall familiarize themselves with all of the attached forms, Instructions, Specifications, Contract Drawings. The Bidder shall be fully responsible for compliance with all requirements contained therein.

Each Bidder is strongly encouraged to visit the site of the proposed work to become acquainted with existing conditions affecting the work.

2. BIDDING DOCUMENTS:

Bidding Documents are made available solely for the purpose of obtaining bids for completion of the Project. Permission to download or distribute the Bidding Documents does not confer any license, authorization, or rights for uses other than preparing a bid. Authorization to download or distribute documents includes the right for plan holders to print copies for their own use and for the use of prospective subcontractors and suppliers, provided that the plan holder bears all associated costs.

Complete sets of Bidding Documents are available and at no cost via the PennBID website:

https://pennbid.bonfirehub.com.

3. PRE-BID MEETING:

A pre-bid conference will not be held for this Project.

4. INTERPRETATIONS AND ADDENDA:

During the bidding period, Bidders may be furnished addenda or bulletins for additions to or alterations of the Contract Plans or Specifications, if any, which shall be included in the work covered by the Proposal and become a part of the Contract Documents.

Any prospective Bidder who is in doubt as to the true meaning of any part of the Plans, Specifications, or other Contract Documents shall submit a written request for interpretation to the Engineer of Record via the PennBid “Public Q&A” section.

Interpretations will be issued only by written addendum and posted on PennBid. Bidders will be notified through PennBid. Neither the Engineer of Record nor the Sponsor shall be responsible for interpretations or explanations given in any other manner.

The deadline for submitting questions is seven (7) calendar days prior to the bid due date and time.

Addenda will be issued no later than forty-eight (48) hours prior to the bid due date and time.

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5. PROPOSAL GUARANTY:

Each Proposal shall be accompanied by either a certified check or a Surety Company Bid Bond, as specified in the Advertisement, in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the total bid. The certified check or bid bond shall be payable to the Sponsor.

If the apparent lowest Bidder fails to execute the Contract within thirty (30) days after receipt of a Notice of Intent to Award, the proposal guaranty shall be forfeited to the Sponsor as liquidated damages.

Following bid opening, and upon request, the Bidder shall provide original bid bond documentation or a certified check within two (2) business days.

6. METHOD FOR SUBMITTING BID

All bids shall be submitted electronically through the PennBid system at https://pennbid.bonfirehub.com.

The Proposal shall be properly signed as follows:

• Individual: Signature and complete mailing address

• Partnership or Firm: Signature(s) and complete mailing addresses of all partners

• Corporation: Signature of the President or Vice President and Secretary or Treasurer; otherwise, the signer’s written authority to execute the Proposal shall be provided

Bidders incorporated outside the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania shall state whether they are registered to do business in Pennsylvania. Bidders operating under an assumed or fictitious name shall state whether the name is properly registered in Pennsylvania.

No Contract shall be awarded to any Bidder that has not complied, or agreed to comply, with all applicable business registration requirements of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

7. PROOF OF BIDDER’S RESPONSIBILITY:

This project DOES NOT require PennDOT prequalification. However, the Sponsor may request certain information prior to award to ensure bidder is prepared to undertake the project.

Upon request, the Bidder shall submit an experience and financial statement certified as true and correct by affidavit, sworn before a notary public or other authorized officer.

Upon request, the Bidder shall show availability of liquid assets in the following minimum amounts:

• 15% of the first $100,000 of the bid amount

• 10% of the next $900,000

• 5% of the remaining bid amount

None of the following will be considered as liquid assets:

• Capital stock of the contractor

• Assigned accounts receivable

• Equity in real estate

• Life insurance

• Reserve for prepaid taxes or expenses

• Deposits held as security for other contracts

• Capital of proposed sub-contractors

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The Bidder may also be required to demonstrate successful completion of at least one similar project with a contract value no less than seventy-five percent (75%) of the proposed Contract amount.

Failure to submit requested information in a timely manner, or failure to qualify as a responsible Bidder, shall result in forfeiture of the proposal guaranty as liquidated damages.

8. OPENING OF BIDS:

Sealed bids will be received electronically via PennBid until the date and time stated in the Advertisement for Bids. At which time all proposals will be opened electronically.

The Sponsor reserves the right to reject any or all bids, or any portion thereof, as deemed to be in the Sponsor’s best interest.

9. COLLUSIVE BIDS:

Any Bidder found to have engaged in collusive bidding shall have their Proposal rejected. Submission of multiple proposals intended to appear competitive shall be deemed collusive.

Nothing herein shall prohibit a Bidder from withdrawing and superseding a prior Proposal, provided the revised Proposal is submitted prior to bid opening and expressly revokes the earlier submission.

10. WITHDRAWAL OF BIDS:

No Bid may be withdrawn except by written request received by the Sponsor prior to the bid opening.

After bid opening, bids may not be withdrawn for the period stated in the Advertisement.

Requests for withdrawal due to clerical error after bid opening shall be governed by Pennsylvania Act No.

4 (S.B. 793).

11. EVALUATION OF BIDS AND AWARD OF CONTRACT:

The Sponsor reserves the right to reject any or all bids, or any portion thereof, and to waive informalities or technical defects in bids whenever such action is deemed to be in the best interest of the Sponsor. Bids may be rejected due to omissions, unauthorized alterations of form, additions or deductions not called for, conditional or uninvited alternate bids, or other irregularities of any kind.

If the Contract is awarded, it shall be awarded to the lowest responsible and responsive Bidder, as determined by the Sponsor.

If a bid proposal contains incomplete, unclear, or missing information, the Sponsor reserves the right to request the submission of additional information from the Bidder prior to award.

Bids shall remain valid and open for acceptance for a period of sixty (60) days from the date of bid opening.

If award is delayed due to required governmental approvals, the sale of bonds, or the award of a grant or grants, bids shall remain valid for a period of up to one hundred twenty (120) days from the date of bid opening. The Sponsor and the apparent lowest responsible and responsive Bidder may, by mutual written agreement, extend the bid acceptance period beyond these timeframes.

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Within the applicable bid acceptance period, the Sponsor shall either award the Contract or reject all bids, in which event all bid security shall be returned to the Bidders.

If the lowest responsible and responsive Bidder withdraws its bid, refuses the award, or fails to execute the Contract in accordance with the Contract Documents, the Sponsor reserves the right to award the Contract to the next lowest responsible and responsive Bidder or to reject all bids.

Award of the Contract is contingent upon review and approval by the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) and no award shall be deemed final until such approval is obtained.

12. EXECUTION OF CONTRACT:

The successful Bidder shall execute and return the Contract and all required bonds within ten (10) business days of receipt. Performance, payment, and maintenance bonds shall each be in sums not less than the amounts specified herein under Contract Security (Section E - Technical Specifications & Special Construction Provision) and issued by a surety authorized to do business in Pennsylvania and listed in U.S.

Treasury Circular 570.

No Proposal or award shall be binding until the Contract is fully executed by both parties

13. FAILURE TO EXECUTE CONTRACT:

If the lowest responsible Bidder to whom the contract is awarded fails to submit bonds or execute the contract within the time specified, the amount of the proposal guaranty shall be paid to the Sponsor as liquidated damages. In such a case the Sponsor, at their discretion, may award the contract to the next lowest responsible Bidder, or reject all bids.

14. SUBLETTING OR ASSIGNING OF CONTRACT:

The Contractor shall not sublet, sell, transfer, assign or otherwise dispose of the contract or any portion thereof, of their right, title or interest therein, without the written consent of the Sponsor.

15. SUB-SURFACE INFORMATION:

If a prospective Bidder desires to make borings or soundings or to dig test pits at or near the site of the work, they shall do so at their own expense. Before making any excavations, borings or soundings or digging test pits, the Bidder shall check the records for any municipal, public utility, or privately owned structures that may be disturbed and notify the Sponsor of such structures forty-eight (48) hours in advance of starting work. Bidders must obtain Sponsor’s permission before making any borings and shall close bore holes and test pits.

16. NONDISCRIMINATION / SEXUAL HARASSMENT CLAUSE

The contractor is bound by all the provisions of the attached Nondiscrimination/Sexual Harassment Clauses (Attachment 1) as an agent of the Grantee and must be included, in its entirety, in all contracts and subcontracts. In addition, the contractor will adhere to provisions of Publication 408 Designated Special Provision (DSP) 15.

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17. PUBLIC WORKS EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATION

The Public Works Employment Verification Act requires all public works contractors and subcontractors to complete the Public Works Employment Verification Form (Attachment 2) to ensure that all employees performing work on public works projects are authorized to work in the United States.

18. PREVAILING WAGES:

This project is subject to the requirements of the Prevailing Wage Act. Wages rates are provided herein as Attachment 3.

19. BID SPECIFICATIONS

The Technical Specifications and Special Construction Provisions (Section E) herein, provide supplemental directives and provisions for the governing specifications, PennDOT Publication 408/2026 Initial Edition.

C. FORM OF PROPOSAL

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C. FORM OF PROPOSAL

Quarryville Borough 300 St. Catherine Street Quarryville, PA 17566

To Whom it Concerns:

This proposal is submitted in accordance with your advertisement inviting proposals to be received until 11:00 AM on the 1st of July, 2026.

Having carefully examined the Contract Documents together with all Addenda or Bulletins, as prepared by the Engineers, and being familiar with the various conditions affecting the work, (including those under the Technical Specifications & Special Construction Provisions, which provide for the payment of construction engineering liquidated damages of $975/Day in the event the contract is not completed within the allotted time) the undersigned agrees to furnish all labor, materials and equipment to construct the project beginning on or about August 3, 2026 and complete all work by October 2, 2026, in accordance with said contract documents, for which the following units and/or lump sum prices are submitted.

The Bidder has considered the following in their bid:

• The Bidder understands that certain forms must be uploaded with the bid to be considered complete and responsible. These requirements are outlined on page C-4 at the end of this section.

• The submission of this Bid constitutes an incontrovertible representation by Bidder that without exception the Bid and all prices in the Bid are premised upon performing and furnishing the Work required by the Bidding Documents.

• This contract is subject to the requirements of the Prevailing Wage Act.

• The amount to be paid to the Contractor will be on a UNIT basis and percent complete for lump sum items in accordance with the following “Schedule of Items” and the Bidder’s PennBid “Pricing Form” for all items of work.

• All unit prices will remain in effect for the entire term of the contract.

• Payment for work will only be made for work authorized and accepted by the Sponsor.

• Award of the contract will be based on the lowest responsible bid for the BASE BID PROJECT.

• The Sponsor reserves the right to waive technicalities and to reject any or all bids or items therein in the best interest of the project.

• The Sponsor will award/execute the contract, receive invoices from the project coordinator monthly during construction, and will process the invoices for payment.

• This project is being funded, in part, with grant monies from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources' Keystone Recreation, Park and Conservation Fund (C2P2) and the Pennsylvania Commonwealth Financing Authority's Greenways, Trails, and Recreation Program (GTRP), and all requirements apply.

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SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

BASE BID PROJECT (UNIT BASIS)

ITEM

NUMBER

APRROX

QTY

UNIT

SPEC

PROV.

ITEM DESCRIPTION

4203-0001 1 LS YES CLASS 1 EXCAVATION (LUMP SUM)

0212-0014 135 SY GEOTEXTILE, CLASS 4, TYPE A

0313-0423 175 SY

SUPERPAVE ASPHALT MIXTURE DESIGN, BASE COURSE,

PG 64S-22, 0.3 TO < 3 MILLION ESALs, 25.0 MM MIX, 4

1/2" DEPTH

0350-0120 375 CY SUBBASE (NO. 2A)

0413-0248 175 SY

SUPERPAVE ASPHALT MIXTURE DESIGN, WEARING

COURSE, PG 64S-22, 0.3 TO < 3 MILLION ESALS, 9.5 MM

MIX, 1 1/2" DEPTH, SRL-L

0413-6036 3240 SY

SUPERPAVE ASPHALT MIXTURE DESIGN, BINDER COURSE,

PG 64S-22, < 0.3 MILLION ESALS, 19.0 MM MIX, 3"

DEPTH

0460-0001 175 SY ASPHALT TACK COAT

0608-0001 1 LS MOBILIZATION

0676-0001 35 SY CEMENT CONCRETE SIDEWALK

0686-0030 1 LS CONSTRUCTION SURVEYING, TYPE B MODIFIED

0804-0027 130 LBS SEEDING AND SOIL SUPPLEMENTS - FORMULA L CLEAR

ZONE MIX, INCLUDING MULCH

0901-0001 1 LS MAINTENANCE AND PROTECTION OF TRAFFIC DURING

CONSTRUCTION

0931-0001 3 SF POST MOUNTED SIGNS, TYPE B

0932-0001 5.25 SF POST MOUNTED SIGNS, TYPE C

0935-0001 4 SF POST MOUNTED SIGNS, TYPE F

0960-0119 2 EA WHITE HOT THERMOPLASTIC LEGEND, "HANDICAP

SYMBOL", 3' - 3" X 2'-11"

0962-1000 560 LF 4" WHITE WATERBORNE PAVEMENT MARKINGS

9000-0001 2600 LF YES TRAIL RESURFACING SUBGRADE PREPARATION

9000-0002 120 LF YES REMOVE AND REPLACE BRIDGE RAILING

9000-0003 30 LF YES RESET SPLIT RAIL FENCE

9000-0004 1 EA YES PICNIC TABLE

9000-0005 1 EA YES BIKE REPAIR STATION

9000-0006 2 EA YES PARKING BUMPER

9000-0007 4 EA YES RELOCATE BOULDER (AS DIRECTED)

9000-0008 1 LS YES LANDSCAPING SHRUBS

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PENNDOT PREQUALIFICATION: Not applicable to this project – leave blank or fill in (optional)

Certificate No._________________ Expiration Date:________________

BIDDER’S UNDERSTANDING OF CONDITIONS APPLICABLE TO PROPOSAL

It is stated and averred that the bidder has had sufficient time to examine and has examined the site of the proposed work to ascertain for itself those conditions such as may be determined by inspection, investigation, and inquiry, including the location, accessibility, and general character of the site; that the bidder has read completely and understands thoroughly the specifications (including PennDOT Publication 408) and all other provisions, supplements and/or conditions as well as any other addenda or requirements pertaining to this project, which shall be applicable to and govern the provisions of this bid proposal and the performance of any contract awarded therein, whether attached and made a part thereof or incorporated therein by reference thereto, including the following addenda issued after publication of the proposal:

Addendum No. _______ Date: ___________ Addendum No. _______ Date: ___________

Addendum No. _______ Date: ___________ Addendum No. _______ Date: ___________

Name & Title Date

Signature Company

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BIDDER’S REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS – The Bidder represents and certifies to the following:

• Bidder accepts all the terms and conditions of the Instructions to Bidders (Section B).

• Bidder is bound to the statements and representations contained in the PennDOT Publication 408 Section 102.06(f) Anti-Collusion Requirements

• Bidder will perform a minimum of 75% of the awarded project and will provide proof of compliance upon request by the Sponsor.

• Bidder is familiar with all Laws and Regulations that may affect cost, progress, and performance of the Work.

• Bidder has given Engineer written notice of all conflicts, errors, ambiguities, or discrepancies that Bidder has discovered in the Bidding Documents, and of discrepancies between site conditions and the Contract Documents, and the written resolution thereof by Engineer is acceptable to Contractor.

• The Bidding Documents are generally sufficient to indicate and convey understanding of all terms and conditions for performance and furnishing of the Work.

• Bidders, subcontractors, their workers and any persons providing labor and products to the job shall be persons lawfully permitted to work in the United States and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

• Bidder has read and incorporated all public questions and answers, if applicable.

• Bidder has read and incorporated all addendum(s), if applicable.

• Bidder acknowledges that all requirements from C2P2 and GTRP will apply and adhere to the same (see Attachment 6).

Name & Title Date

Signature Company

BID PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS - CHECKLIST

The following forms must be completed and submitted with the bid proposal for the bid to be considered complete and responsible. N/A = Not Applicable

___ PennBid “Pricing Form” With Complete Unit Pricing ___ Signed and Dated Form of Proposal - Signature Page (Page C-3) ___ Signed and Dated Certification Statement (Page C-4) ___ Bid Proposal Guaranty Bond (Page D-1) or Certified Check ___ Signed and Dated Nondiscrimination and Sexual Harassment Clauses (Attachment 1) ___ Completed Public Works Employment Verification Form (Attachment 2)

D. FORM OF GUARANTY

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D. FORM OF GUARANTY

Project Enola Low Grade Connector Trail – Phase 2 County Lancaster Bid Due Date July 1, 2026

BID PROPOSAL

GUARANTY BOND

Principal (Name & Mailing Address)

Surety (Name & Address)

KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS that the above-named Principal and Surety are held and firmly bound unto Quarryville Borough. hereinafter called the Owner/Sponsor, in the sum of (10%) per centum of the Principal’s bid on the above Project, for the payment whereof the Principal and the Surety bind themselves, their heirs, executors, administrators, successors and assigns, jointly and severally, firmly by these presents.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CONDITION OF THIS OBLIGATION IS SUCH THAT:

(1) if the Principal’s bid is determined by the Owner/Sponsor to be the successful bid and the Principal shall qualify as the successful bidder by meeting the Owner/Sponsor’s standards regarding financial responsibility, competency, experience, reputation and quality of previous work, and shall duly execute and deliver the contract prepared by the Owner/Sponsor for the Project, and provide the required bonds and insurance certificates, or

(2) if the Principal’s bid is determined by the Owner/Sponsor to be an unsuccessful bid, and this bond returned to the Principal, then this obligation shall be void and of no effect; otherwise to remain in full force and virtue, and, PROVIDED FURTHER, that in case of default by the Principal in any respect, action on this Bond may be begun forthwith, and the Principal and the Surety, jointly and severally, do hereby authorize and empower any attorney of any Court of Record of Pennsylvania, or elsewhere, to appear for and to enter judgment against them, jointly and severally, for the aforementioned sum, with or without defalcation, with costs of suit, release of errors, without stay of execution and with ten (10%) per centum attorney fees added for collection;

and waiving inquisition on any real estate and exemption of any property whatsoever, authorizing condemnation of the same and immediate issuance of a writ of execution, and releasing and waiving relief from any and all appraisement, stay of execution, or exemption laws of any Sate, now in force or hereinafter to be passed.

Signed, sealed and delivered this______________ day of ___________________________, 20___________

ATTEST: _________________________________________

Name of Principal

_________________________________________ By _________________________________________ Signature Title Signature Title

WITNESS: _________________________________________

Name of Surety

_________________________________________ By _________________________________________ Signature Title Signature Title

E. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS & SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

PROVISIONS

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E. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS & SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION PROVISIONS

GOVERNING SPECIFICATIONS AND APPLICABLE DESIGNATED SPECIAL PROVISIONS

I. GOVERNING SPECIFICATIONS. This bid proposal is issued under, subject to, and governed by PennDOT Publication 408, Specifications (2026 Initial Edition), including all applicable addenda, supplements, and revisions in effect at the time of advertisement.

II. APPLICABLE DESIGNATED SPECIAL PROVISIONS. The following Designated Special Provisions (DSPs), as contained in Appendix C of PennDOT Publication 408 (unless noted otherwise), apply to this project. DSPs applicable to this contract are identified with an “X.” Any project-specific requirements, participation goals, or compliance thresholds associated with these DSPs are as indicated herein

(__) DSP4. Diverse Business (DB) Requirements for Non-Federally Funded Construction Projects. Minimum participation levels for this project are: 0 % MBE & 0 % WBE.

(__) DSP7. Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Requirements for Federally-Funded Construction Projects.

Minimum participation levels for this project are: 0 % DBE.

(__) DSP8. F.A.R. – Required Contract Provisions Federal - Aid Construction Projects.

( X ) DSP9. Special Supplement - Anti-Pollution Measures.

(__) DSP12. Executive Order 11246, with Appendix A and B.

( X ) DSP13. Buy America.

( X ) DSP15. Commonwealth Standard Terms and Conditions.

(__) DSP16. Lobbying Certification Form.

(__) DSP17. Federal Audit Clause.

(__) DSP18. Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA).

(__) DSP19. The United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) Standard Title VI/Non-Discrimination Assurances.

PennDOT Publication 408 is available online at https://www.pa.gov/agencies/penndot/forms-and-publications.

REVISIONS TO SPECIFICATIONS

Revisions to PennDOT Publication 408 are issued through numbered Change Packages. Contractors are responsible for compliance with all revisions applicable at the time of bid. The complete history of revisions may be reviewed in the Index of Changes included within the individual Change Packages posted by PennDOT.

https://www.pa.gov/agencies/penndot/forms-and-publications

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PENNDOT STANDARD DRAWINGS

Construction details not explicitly shown on the Contract Drawings shall conform to the following PennDOT publications, as applicable:

• PennDOT Standards for Roadway Construction – Publication 72M

• PennDOT Standards for Pavement Markings and Signage – Publication 111

• PennDOT Standards for Bridge Construction – Publication 219M

These Standards can be found online at https://www.pa.gov/agencies/penndot/forms-and-publications.

LOCAL AUTHORITY

For the purposes of this contract, references within PennDOT Publication 408 to the Department, Commonwealth, Sponsor, or their employees shall be interpreted to mean Quarryville Borough and its authorized representatives, unless superseded by applicable law.

References to the Engineer or Engineer of Record shall mean Matthew Burlew, PE, of Wilson Consulting Group, PC, and their authorized staff, unless otherwise noted.

FEDERAL OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ACT OF 1990 (OSHA)

The Contractor shall comply with all applicable provisions of the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) and all associated rules, regulations, and standards applicable to the Contractor’s operations, employees, and subcontractors.

NONDISCRIMINATION / SEXUAL HARASSMENT CLAUSE

The Contractor shall comply with all provisions of the Nondiscrimination and Sexual Harassment Clause (Attachment 1) and shall include the clause in its entirety in all subcontracts.

PENNSYLVANIA PREVAILING WAGE ACT

Bids shall be submitted in compliance with the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act. The Contractor agrees to make certified payroll records available for inspection and audit. Wage rates can be found in Attachment 3.

If the Act or any portion thereof is declared invalid, unenforceable, or modified by court action, any resulting cost savings shall accrue solely to the benefit of the Sponsor or its designee. Failure to remit such savings may result in payment withholdings and interest charges as permitted by law.

AIR POLLUTION CONTROL IN AIR BASINS

No burning will be permitted on this project.

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ACCESSIBILITY (ADA)

The project has been designed in accordance with applicable accessibility requirements for shared-use paths and trails. Construction shall conform to the plans and to the following criteria, as applicable:

• Firm and stable surface

• Surface free of ponding water

• Maximum cross slope: 2%

• Maximum running grade: 5%, or 8.33% for segments not exceeding 30 feet

The Contractor is responsible for constructing all improvements in compliance with these requirements as shown on the Contract Drawings.

UTILITIES

The Contractor shall comply with PA Act 287 (One Call / 811) requirements. Utility notification shall occur not less than three (3) nor more than ten (10) business days prior to excavation, based on project complexity.

Should previously unidentified utility conflicts be encountered, the Contractor shall immediately notify the Engineer. Any utility coordination, protection, or relocation not explicitly identified in the Contract Documents shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.

While no utility conflicts are anticipated, the Contractor remains responsible for all coordination and protection during construction.

EROSION & SEDIMENT POLLUTION CONTROL

An Erosion and Sedimentation Pollution Control (E&SPC) Plan has been submitted to the Lancaster County Conservation District. No earth disturbance or construction activities may begin until written approval is received.

All work shall be performed in strict accordance with the approved E&SPC Plan. Any deviations shall require prior written approval from the reviewing agency.

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CONTRACTOR INSURANCE

The Contractor shall not commence work under this contract until they have obtained all insurance required under this paragraph and such insurance has been approved by the Sponsor, nor shall the Contractor allow any subcontractor to commence work on their subcontract until all similar insurance required of the subcontractor has been so obtained and approved.

The Contractor shall either: require each subcontractor to procure and maintain during the life of their sub-contract, insurance of the type and in the same amounts as specified; OR insure the activities of their subcontractors in his own policy.

A 30 Day Notice of Cancellation must be provided to the Sponsor and be so indicated on the Certificate for all policies. Three (3) original copies of all Certificates must be provided.

Umbrella Policies shall spell out the primary coverage to which the excess coverage will apply.

Only certificates of insurance from companies licensed to do business in the state where the Sponsor is located will be approved.

All Contractors/suppliers are required to procure and maintain the following minimum insurance coverage:

(a) Commercial General Liability

The Contractor/Supplier must maintain during the life of this contract Commercial General Liability Insurance to protect themselves, their subcontractors, and the Sponsor for injury or damage caused directly or indirectly by themselves or their employees for the following items:

Bodily Injury and Property Damage Each Occurrence $1,000,000 Personal and Advertising Injury $1,000,000 General Aggregate $2,000,000 Products – Completed Operations Aggregate $1,000,000

(b) Automobile Liability

The Contractor/Supplier must maintain during the life of this contract Liability Insurance for all automobiles operating on Sponsor’s property at the following limits:

Bodily Injury Each Person $1,000,000 Each Occurrence $1,000,000

Property Damage Each Occurrence $2,000,000

(c) Umbrella or Excess Liability

The Contractor/Supplier must maintain during the life of the contract Umbrella or Excess Liability Insurance written over the underlying Commercial General Liability, Automobile Liability, and Employer’s Liability Insurance described in the Paragraphs herein. The coverage afforded must be at least as broad as that of each and every one of the underlying policies.

Each Occurrence $2,000,000 Aggregate $4,000,000

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(d) Workers Compensation

The Contractor/Supplier must maintain during the life of the contract Workers Compensation Insurance for his employees and subcontractors. Coverage must be in accordance with statutory requirements.

(e) Employer’s Liability

The Contractor/Supplier must maintain during the life of this contract Employer’s Liability Insurance to protect themselves and their subcontractors for injury or damage caused directly or indirectly by themselves or their employees for the following items:

Each Occurrence $1,000,000 Each Person $1,000,000

Policy Limit $1,000,000

(f) Pollution Liability

The Contractor/Supplier must maintain during the life of the contract Pollution Liability Insurance covering third-party injury and property damage, including cleanup costs, as a result of pollution conditions arising from Contractor’s operations and completed operations. This insurance must be maintained for no less than three years after final completion.

Each Occurrence /Claim $1,000,000 Aggregate $2,000,000

(g) Sponsor Protective Coverage

The Contractor shall also take out, pay for, and maintain until acceptance of the work required by this contract a policy of insurance naming Quarryville Borough as the Certificate Holder. List Wilson Consulting Group PC, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and the Commonwealth Financing Authority as additional insureds. This policy shall provide coverage to said Sponsor and its officers, agents and employees and the Engineer with respect to said work. Both personal injury and property damage insurance must be on an occurrence basis; and said policy shall provide coverage to the full limit of liability stated in the declarations, and if said Sponsor and its officers, agents and employees or the Engineer have other insurance against the loss covered by said policy, that other insurance shall be excess insurance only.

CONTRACT SECURITY

Each Contractor shall furnish the following bonds:

• A Performance Bond equal to 100% of the Contract Price;

• A Labor and Materials (Payment) Bond equal to 100% of the Contract Price; and

• A Maintenance Bond in an amount equal to:

o 25% of the Total Contract Price up to and including $200,000, plus o 10% of any portion of the Total Contract Price exceeding $200,000

The Performance Bond and Labor and Materials Bond shall remain in effect for one (1) year after final payment.

The Maintenance Bond shall remain in effect for two (2) years following the date of final acceptance and Contractor’s Release for the complete project.

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Work shall not commence under this Contract until all required bonds have been properly executed and approved by the Sponsor.

All bonds shall be executed by a corporate surety licensed to do business in the state in which the Sponsor is located and acceptable to the Sponsor. Each bond submission shall include a valid Power of Attorney and the surety’s most recent statement of assets and liabilities bearing an authorized signature.

If any surety becomes unacceptable to the Sponsor during the life of the Contract, the Contractor shall immediately furnish replacement security as required to fully protect the interests of the Sponsor.

A 30 day Notice of Cancellation must be provided to the Sponsor and be so indicated on all bonds.

SHOP DRAWINGS & PROJECT SUBMITTALS

All shop drawings and project submittals shall be submitted electronically in PDF format and shall be clear, complete, and legible.

Shop drawings shall be submitted for review and acceptance in accordance with PennDOT Publication 408, Section 105.02(d).

Anticipated submittals include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Monthly Project Schedule (with bi-weekly updates)

• PennDOT Source of Supply Forms (CS-200)

• PennDOT Certificate of Compliance Forms (CS-4171, CS-4171B, & CS-4171LA)

• Asphalt and Concrete Mix Designs

• Asphalt and Concrete QA/QC Plans

• Picinic Table Manufacturer Cut Sheets

• Bike Repair Station Manufacturer Cut Sheets

• Parking Bumper Manufacturer Cut Sheets

• Other Products or Materials Indicated in Contract Package or Drawings

SOURCE OF SUPPLY & CERTIFICATION OF MATERIALS

The Contractor shall submit all required Source of Supply Forms (Attachment 4) to the Engineer for review and acceptance prior to incorporation of materials into the work.

All construction materials shall be obtained from suppliers listed in PennDOT Bulletin 15 to the greatest extent practical. If a specified material is not available from a Bulletin 15 supplier, the Contractor shall submit the proposed alternate material to the Engineer for written review and approval. Only materials that are certified or otherwise accepted in writing by the Engineer shall be eligible for payment.

The Contractor is responsible to submit to the Engineer Material Certification Compliance Forms (Attachment 5) or delivery/purchase receipts for all materials incorporated into the project.

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INCIDENTAL WORK

All work that is not specifically itemized but is required to complete the project as intended shall be considered incidental to the Contract and included in the Contract Price.

The Contractor shall perform all incidental work necessary to fully construct the project within the defined Limits of Work shown on the Contract Drawings, including all protective measures, restoration, and site-related activities associated with the project site, shared-use path, staging areas, access routes, and related facilities.

The disposal or wasting of excess embankment material shall be considered incidental to this Contract.

STAGING & ACCESS

Construction staging shall be limited to the active work zone and Limits of Work shown on the Contract Drawings.

Staging on property not owned or leased by Quarryville Borough shall not be permitted unless written authorization is obtained from the property owner.

The Contractor may negotiate separate access or staging agreements with adjacent property owners at its own discretion and expense. The Sponsor shall not be a party to any third-party agreements. Copies of all executed agreements shall be submitted to the Sponsor prior to use of off-site properties.

The Contractor shall photo-document existing conditions of all staging areas and access routes prior to use. Any damage resulting from Contractor operations shall be repaired and restored to preconstruction condition, or better, at no additional cost to the Sponsor or affected property owners.

All documentation, protective measures, permitting, traffic control, flagging, restoration, and related work associated with staging and access shall be considered incidental to this Contract.

SCHEDULE

The Contractor shall submit an initial project schedule within fourteen (14) calendar days of receipt of a written Notice-to-Proceed. No physical construction work shall commence until the schedule has been submitted and approved by the Sponsor or Engineer.

Failure to submit the schedule in a timely manner shall not constitute a basis for extension of Contract Time.

The Contractor shall submit updated schedules at least monthly, or more frequently if significant schedule changes occur. Schedules may be presented in narrative format but shall clearly identify anticipated completion dates and progress relative to the approved baseline schedule.

WORK BY OTHERS

The Owner may perform work related to the Project with its own forces or through separate contracts. The Contractor shall reasonably coordinate its work to allow for the orderly execution and storage of materials and equipment by others.

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If any portion of the Contractor’s work relies upon the proper execution or outcome of work performed by others, the Contractor shall promptly inspect such work and notify the Engineer in writing of any observed defects or deficiencies. Failure to provide such notice shall constitute acceptance of the work as suitable, except for latent defects.

The Contractor shall perform all necessary cutting, fitting, and patching required to properly integrate its work with work performed by others. The Contractor shall not alter the work of others without prior written authorization from the Engineer.

If work by others is not identified in the Contract Documents prior to execution, written notice shall be provided to the Contractor before such work begins. Claims for additional cost or time resulting from such work may be submitted for review; approval of such claims is not guaranteed

PAYMENT TO CONTRACTOR

The Contractor shall submit pay applications after jointly reviewing completed work quantities with the Engineer or Engineer’s Representative. Following verification and acceptance of quantities, the Contractor shall submit a formal invoice for processing by the Sponsor.

Only work that is completed, inspected, approved, and supported by fully executed documentation shall be eligible for payment. Invoices shall be submitted no more frequently than once per month, unless otherwise approved in writing by the Sponsor.

Payment procedures shall be in accordance with PennDOT Publication 408, Section 110.

Ten percent (10%) of each approved invoice amount shall be retained until the project is accepted. Release of final payment may be subject to applicable grant agency approval.

SPECIAL PROVISIONS

Work will be done in accordance with the Contract Drawings, PennDOT Standards, PennDOT Publication 408 Specifications (per the item number section), and as described herein.

ITEM 4203-0001 – CLASS 1 EXCAVATION (LUMP SUM)

In accordance with Section 203 except as follows:

I. DESCRIPTION – Class 1 Excavation is for the area of the concrete slab, Lime Street Bridge, and Parking Lot.

IV. MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT – Lump Sum.

The following quantity is approximate and is provided for information only:

Class 1 125 Cubic Yards

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ITEM 9000-0001 – TRAIL RESURFACING SUBGRADE PREPARATION

I. DESCRIPTION – This work consist of preparation of the sub-grade and surrounding area.

II. MATERIAL – As required to complete this work.

III. CONSTRUCTION – Locate areas within resurfacing limits in accordance with the contract drawings. Install erosion controls as required.

Clear and remove all vegetation, organic matter, or other objectionable material from the proposed work area to the existing subbase material (10 feet wide) as shown in the Contract Drawings.

Grade areas to promote water runoff to be directed away from the finished trail and mitigate ponding.

Compact the trail sub-grade area (10 feet wide).

Prior to placing subbase obtain approval of the subgrade from the Department.

IV. MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT – Linear Foot.

ITEM 9000-0002 – REMOVE AND REPLACE BRIDGE RAILING

I. DESCRIPTION – This work is the removal, disposal, and replacement of existing horizontal timber rails.

II. MATERIAL –

(a) Timber Rails. Section 1031.2(a).

• Pressure Treated Southern Yellow Pine, Grade No. 1 or better

• Dimensions: 1-inch x 10-inch (nominal) to match existing rails

(b) Wood Preservative. AASHTO M 133.

(c) Hardware. Section 1031.2(c)

III. CONSTRUCTION –

(a) Removal. Carefully remove existing horizontal rails and hardware. Do not damage existing vertical posts or other bridge components. Any damage to existing posts caused by the Contractor's operations must be repaired or the post replaced at no additional cost to the Department. Ensure no debris, hardware, or timber falls onto the active roadway below.

(b) Installation. Ensure the top of the uppermost rail is a minimum of 42 inches above the finished bridge deck surface. Space the four horizontal rails such that a 6-inch sphere cannot pass through any opening. Bore holes in new rails to match existing post hole patterns. Field-treat all bored holes with approved preservative before hardware installation. Stagger rail joints so that no two adjacent rails

E-10 have joints on the same vertical post. Securely tighten all hardware. Ensure the rub-side (bicycle side) of the rails is smooth and free of protruding hardware or splinters to prevent snagging.

Measured along the top rail.

ITEM 9000-0003 – RESET SPLIT RAIL FENCE

I. DESCRIPTION – This work is the dismantling and reinstallation of an existing three-rail split-rail fence, as indicated on the Contract Drawings.

(d) Existing Components. Reuse existing timber posts and rails that are determined by the Representative to be sound and in suitable condition for reinstallation.

(e) Replacement Timber Posts and Rails. Section 1031.2(a). For components deemed damaged or unsuitable for reuse, provide new Pressure Treated Southern Yellow Pine, Grade No. 1 or better, matching the dimensions and aesthetics of the existing fence.

(f) Wood Preservative. AASHTO M 133. Use to treat any new field cuts or bored holes.

(g) Aggregate. Section 703.2. No. 10 AASHTO Stone

III. CONSTRUCTION – In accordance with Section 1031.3 and as follows:

(a) Removal and Storage. Carefully dismantle the existing fence to prevent damage to posts and rails.

Store all salvaged materials in a secure, dry location off the ground until re-installation.

(b) Layout. Stake the reset fence line and obtain approval from the Representative prior to excavating new post holes.

(c) Installation. Excavate holes 10’ center-to-center for each post at a minimum depth of 3’ and width of 1’. Place posts and backfill the hole with No. 10 AASHTO Stone in compacted 6-inch lifts. Align each post vertically and laterally true to the approved line and grade. Ensure the top of the stone backfill is covered by at least 2 inches of topsoil and is finished flush with the surrounding ground line.

(d) Re-Assembly. Re-fit salvaged or new rails into post holes with sufficient overlap to ensure a stable, continuous fence line.

(e) Site Restoration. Repair any incidental damage caused by the removal or resetting operations at no additional cost to the Department.

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ITEM 9000-0004 – PICNIC TABLE

I. DESCRIPTION – This work consists of furnishing and installing a picnic table secured to concrete.

(a) Picnic Table

• Table Size: 96” Long x 30” Wide

• Seat Size: 72” Long x 11.5” Wide

• Features: Wheelchair/ADA Accessible

• Frame Color: Black Powder Coated Galvanized Steel

• Table/Seat Color: Black Thermoplastic Coated

(b) Hardware. Section 1031.2(c)

III. CONSTRUCTION – Prior to furnishing submit a set of shop drawings/manufacturer cut sheets in accordance with Section 105.02(d) for approval by the Department.

Install per manufacturer’s recommendations and as indicated on the Contract Drawings.

Secure to concrete slab.

IV. MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT –

All hardware required to secure picnic table to the concrete slab is considered incidental to this item.

ITEM 9000-0005 – BIKE REPAIR STATION

I. DESCRIPTION – This work consists of furnishing and installing a bike repair station secured to concrete.

(a) Bike Repair…