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This is a project manual title sheet for the Morrisville Borough 2026 Design/Build Curb Ramp Project (Contract No. 2026-00118), prepared for the Municipal Authority of the Borough of Morrisville in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. The project encompasses the design and construction of ADA and PennDOT-compliant curb ramps, including associated sidewalks, curbing, and sign relocation/installation at specified locations throughout Morrisville Borough. The project includes one base bid and seven alternate bids, with all materials, labor, and equipment required to comply with PennDOT Publication 408 and Borough Standards. Sealed bids were to be received electronically through PennBid by November 13, 2025, at 10:00 AM. The contract duration is 45 consecutive calendar days from the Notice to Proceed. A bidders' conference was held prior to the bid submission deadline, with attendance documentation available.

The project is funded through Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding, reflecting a municipal infrastructure investment in accessibility improvements. Bidders were required to submit a certified check or bid bond in an amount not less than ten percent of the total bid, with performance bonds, labor and material payment bonds, and maintenance bonds required upon award. Bidders must demonstrate previous experience with at least three similar projects valued at 75 percent or more of the proposed contract amount and provide proof of liquid assets demonstrating financial capability. The project manual was prepared by Gilmore & Associates, Inc., a consulting firm specializing in engineering, land surveying, planning, and GIS services. Electronic submissions were mandatory through PennBid, with evaluation based on the lowest responsible bidder meeting all technical and experience qualifications.