Installation of Farm Fence.pdf

Installation of Farm Fence

Greenmead Historical Park

Project Location

Greenmead Historical Park- Newburgh Road Entrances

20501 Newburgh Road

Livonia, MI 48152

Important Dates

Project shall be completed by October 30, 2026

Optional Pre-Bid Site Visit: By appointment, week of Aug. 3, 2026

Questions contact Emily Tchorz-Fielder (248) 477-7375 or etchorz@livonia.gov

Response Due Date: Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026

Notice to Bidders

The City of Livonia will officially distribute bid documents through the Michigan

Intergovernmental Trade Network (MITN). Copies of bid documents obtain from any other source are not considered official copies. The City of Livonia cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information not obtained from the MITN website and is not responsible for any errors contained by any information received from alternate sources. Only those vendors who obtain bid documents from the MITN system are guaranteed access to receive addendum information, if such information is issued. If you obtained this document from a source other than the source indicated, it is recommended that you register on the MITN site, www.mitn.info to obtain an official copy. This bid is issued by the City of Livonia Department of Parks and Recreation.

Instructions to Bidders

Please provide at least three (3) references, with contact name and phone number, of similar projects that you have done in the last five years.

All quotes must be submitted on bidnetdirect.com.

Project Scope

1. Bid submission must include total work time needed to complete project, including any prep time.

2. All required permits, licenses, inspections, approvals and fees for installation and demolition work shall be secured, submitted, and paid for by the contractor, to any and all agencies. All work shall conform to all applicable codes, rules, and regulations.

3. Each contractor is responsible for taking their own measurements.

4. Contractor must provide all equipment and personnel necessary to perform the required services.

5. Contractor is responsible to haul away refuse materials

6. Contractor is responsible for any damage to grounds, landscaping, trees, utilities, etc.

7. Contractor must work around scheduled special events, festivals, and rentals.

8. Contractor must keep work site safe and tidy.

Project shall include but not limited to:

9. Removal of all metal t-posts and wire mesh fence along Newburgh Road, north from the main entrance gate to the tree line, south from the main entrance gate to the tree line, and south of the tree line to the entrance of the special events parking lot. (See photo below).

10. Install ground-contact rated pressure treated pine or cedar wooden posts, with a minimum diameter of 4”, every 8’, buried to the frost line. Gravel shall be placed at the bottom of the post hole for drainage. Posts that are set in unstable soil shall be set in concrete.

11. The fence line must tie into the existing tube gate at the main entrance, meeting the gate posts cleanly and securely. Running north from the main entrance, the fence will end shortly before the tree line, allowing for space for a riding lawn mower to have access to the right of way. Running south from the main entrance, the fence will end near or at the tree line. Continuing south from the tree line, the fence will end near the driveway to the special events parking lot.

12. Termination posts shall be set in concrete. An inline brace post set shall be used at the ends of the run. End assembly kits shall be included if necessary for the success and longevity of this project.

13. Fence runs must include at least one mid-run brace to prevent sagging.

14. Installation of heavy-duty galvanized woven wire (12.5-gauge or 14-gauge) with field fence appearance, 6 inch vertical stays, 48” high. Wire shall be tensioned uniformly and stapled to the face of the posts using galvanized fencing staples.

15. A tension wire along the top and bottom of the fence shall be installed to prevent sagging.

16. Seal all ends of wooden posts with an appropriate finish to promote longevity of the materials.

17. Clip and bend all wire ends or otherwise secure to avoid injury or snagging.

18. Fence shall follow existing fence line and grade.

19. The contractor’s quote shall include all labor, materials, equipment, tools, and incidental items necessary for a complete and fully functional installation, whether specifically detailed in these specifications or required by accepted industry standards.

20. Snow fencing is attached to this fence during the winter months. Any additional recommendations to promote the longevity of the fence may be included with your quote.

Responsive Bids

All pages and the information requested herein shall be furnished completely in compliance with instructions. The manner and format of submission is essential to permit prompt evaluation of all bids on a fair and uniform basis. Accordingly, the City reserves the right to declare as non-responsive and reject an incomplete bid if material information requested is not furnished, or where indirect or incomplete answers or information is not provided. Any exceptions on the specification must be noted on the bid form.

Building Codes:

Building codes vary widely in the USA. It is the contractor’s responsibility to check with code officials to see that the structure conforms.

Bonding and Insurance:

Company awarded the bid will provide the City of Livonia with the following:

a. City of Livonia Certificate of Insurance Form 1304A

b. Evidence of contractor’s public liability and property damage insurance

c. Evidence of contractor’s motor vehicle insurance

d. Evidence of worker’s compensation insurance

e. Evidence of Owner’s/Contractor's Protective Insurance (OCP)

If subcontractors are used, material and labor bond is required.

Quote Form

Contractor / Company Name:

Address:

Primary Contact Name:

Phone Number:

Email Address:

Total Bid Amount ($):

Estimated Project Duration (days):

Does the bid include all permits, fees, and inspections? (Yes/No):

Will all specifications listed in the scope be followed? (Yes/No):

Will subcontractors be used on this project? (Yes/No):

Is a price breakdown included with your submission documents? (Yes/No):

Notes / Additional Information/ Additional Recommendations:

Contractor References (Three Required)

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