BT_CallForBids_FINAL_20261022.pdf

TOWN OF FRIDAY HARBOR TO ZYLSTRA LAKE MULTIMODAL TRAIL – BEAVERTON MARSH SEGMENT

SAN JUAN COUNTY CONSERVATION LAND BANK

CALL FOR BIDS

OCTOBER 2026 PAGE 1 OF 3

CALL FOR BIDS

TOWN OF FRIDAY HARBOR TO ZYLSTRA LAKE

MULTIMODAL TRAIL – BEAVERTON MARSH SEGMENT

(BEAVERTON MARSH MULTI-MODAL TRAIL)

FEDERAL AID NUMBER: CDS-2028(012)

First Advertised Wednesday, October 28, 2026

Project Summary

Description of Work: This Contract provides for the improvement of the trail network on the Beaverton Marsh Preserve by improving and decommissioning parts of the existing trail and constructing new trails, adding an elevated boardwalk and wetland crossing. Work includes clearing and grubbing, removal of structures and obstructions, furnishing and driving helical piles, constructing rock/geosynthetic retaining walls, storm sewer pipes and underdrains, placing pervious concrete pavers, CSBC, CSTC, HMA, erosion control, landscaping, surveying, pavement marking, signage and other work, all in accordance with the attached Contract Plans, these Contract Provisions, and the Standard Specifications.

Estimated Cost: $ 3.25 – 4.25 million

Time for Completion: 140 working days

Bid Information

Bid Documents: Bid Proposal Forms and the Contract Provisions and Plans are available for viewing through the San Juan County Conservation Land Bank (CLB) website at sjclandbank.org or in person at the San Juan County CLB office at 328 Caines Street, Friday Harbor, WA. Please email tanjaw@sjclandbank.org or phone 360-378-4402 for questions about accessing the bid documents. All correspondence shall include “Beaverton Trail Bid” in the subject line.

Submission of Bids: Bids shall be prepared using the forms provided in the Bid Packet and submitted in a sealed envelope marked “Bid Proposal: Beaverton Marsh Multi-Modal Trail,” and delivered in accordance with Section 1-02.9 of the Special Provisions. Sealed bids are to be received by 10:30am on December 1, 2026 at the Office of the Clerk of the County Council prior to the time and date specified below.

Physical Address Legislative Building: Mailing Address:

55 Second Street, 350 Court St. No. 1 Friday Harbor, WA 98250 Friday Harbor, WA 98250

Bidders are cautioned that delivery service to San Juan Island, including mail deliveries, is subject to delays due to inclement weather and ferry service disruptions. Bidders who send their bids to San Juan County via USPS, Fed Ex, UPS or some other carrier shall place their bids in a sealed envelope, to ensure that a sealed bid is received by the County. Bid submissions hand-delivered to the physical address shown above should be deposited in the stainless-steel drop box at the building entrance, prior to the designated bid opening time.

Note that the physical location is within easy walking distance from the Friday Harbor Ferry Terminal.

mailto:tanjaw@sjclandbank.org?subject=Beaverton%20Trail%20Bid

BID DOCUMENTS

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Bid Opening Time and Date: The public bid opening for this Contract will take place at 10:30am on Tuesday, December 1, 2026, in the Council Hearing Room, at the Legislative Building physical address shown above. Bidders may attend in person or remotely via Microsoft Teams (use join link, provided on San Juan County CLB web page).

San Juan County reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive irregularities in the bid or in the bidding process. Bid results will be posted on the San Juan County CLB web page.

Amendments (Addenda): Any Addenda to the Contract Provisions and Plans will be publicly posted online at sjclandbank.org. Bidders may request email notification by providing contact information to tanjaw@sjclandbank.org.

Bidder Questions: Any questions concerning the description of the work contained in the Contract Documents must be directed in writing to Rachel Dietzman via email at racheld@sjclandbank.org prior to the Bid Opening. Questions received after November 20, 2026 will not be responded to prior to Bid Opening. All correspondence shall include “Beaverton Trail Bid” in the subject line.

In accordance with Standard Specification 1-02.4(1): Oral explanations, interpretations, or instructions given by anyone before the Award of a Contract will not be binding on San Juan County. Any information given a prospective Bidder concerning any of the Bid Documents will be furnished to all prospective Bidders as an Addendum if that information is deemed by San Juan County to be necessary in submitting Bids or if San Juan County concludes that the lack of the information would be prejudicial to other prospective Bidders.

Bid Guarantee: A bid deposit in the amount of 5% of the total bid amount, made by check or money order or a bid bond in lieu of deposit, shall be submitted with each bid.

Pre-Bid Conference: CLB is holding a HIGHLY RECOMMENDED pre-bid conference site walk at the John O.

Linde Community Park Club House, on November 10, 2026, at 10:30am. It will include a site walk on the Red Tail, Nuthatch, Dragonfly Trails and proposed Beaver Trail – east and west side. The entire project site is open to bidders for inspection during daylight hours. Due to the unique qualities of the Beaverton Marsh Preserve, it is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that all bidders visit the project site.

Note: We will walk the entire project which includes existing cleared trail. There are also some steep sections of proposed trail through the forest, coarsely brushed and possibly a walk across the marsh which is mucky and has some standing water. Wear coats and boots that are appropriate for the rugged environment. Also bring food and water. Plan for the site walk to take three (3) to four (4) hours.

Rejection of Bids: San Juan County reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids in the best interest of the County. Bids will be subject to review and compliance with specifications.

Informational Items

Permits: Most of the permits have been obtained for this project and any relevant provisions for the bidder have been included in the contract provisions and plans. The pending permits are in agency review and will be procured prior to ground disturbance. Additional provisions may be added upon receipt of permits.

Bidder Requirements: The successful bidder must meet all the mandatory bidder responsibility criteria set forth in RCW 39.04.350 and will be required to carry and maintain a minimum of $1 million in liability insurance coverage throughout the period of the contract, in accordance with County policy.

https://sjclandbank.org/ mailto:tanjaw@sjclandbank.org?subject=Beaverton%20Trail%20Bid mailto:racheld@sjclandbank.org?subject=Beaverton%20Trail%20Bid

BID DOCUMENTS

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Contract Bonds: The successful bidder shall provide executed payment and performance bonds for the full contract amount, in accordance with RCW 39.08.010.

Prevailing Wages: State wage laws and rules apply. In preparing a bid, contractors must use the prevailing wage rates in effect for San Juan County on the date bids are due, which may be obtained on the L&I website at lni.wa.gov/licensing-permits/public-works-projects/prevailing-wage-rates/. Contractors and any subcontractors will be required to file the required Intent(s), Affidavit(s), and Certified Payroll reports via the contractor portal on the L&I website.

State Taxes: This contract is subject to WAC 458-20-171 (Rule 171) for tax purposes, and the bidder shall include for compensation the amount of any taxes to be paid in the various unit bid prices or other contract amounts. See Special Provisions subsection 1-07.2(1).

Withholding of Retainage: Pursuant to RCW 60.28.011, a sum of 5% of the monies earned by the Contractor will be retained from progress payments, to be held in an account by the County unless otherwise requested by the Contractor.

Additional Information: Contact the San Juan County Conservation Land Bank at 360-378-4402 or racheld@sjclandbank.org. All correspondence shall include “Beaverton Trail Bid” in the subject line.

Notice of U.S. DOT Title VI Assurances: “San Juan County Conservation Land Bank, in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252, 42 USC 2000d to 2000d-4 and Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Department of Transportation, Subtitle A, Office of the Secretary, Part 21, Nondiscrimination in Federally-Assisted Programs of the Department of Transportation issued pursuant to such Act, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises as defined at 49 CFR Part 26 will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, national origin, or sex in consideration for an award.” (LAG Manual 46.2.24)

Published:

Daily Journal of Commerce: October 28, 2026 and November 4, 2026 The Journal of the San Juan Islands: October 28, 2026 and November 4, 2026 Trailbuilders.org: October 28, 2026 and November 4, 2026 https://lni.wa.gov/licensing-permits/public-works-projects/prevailing-wage-rates/ mailto:racheld@sjclandbank.org?subject=Beaverton%20Trail%20Bid