25-STR-01 106th St Bridge Repair

The City of Carmel, located in Hamilton County, Indiana, is soliciting sealed bids for the 25-STR-01 106th St Bridge Repair project through its e-Procurement Portal. The project involves comprehensive bridge rehabilitation, specifically focusing on the 106th Street Bridge over Keystone Parkway, with detailed repair and replacement work including damaged beam replacement, vehicle collision damage repair, ornamental railing replacement, sidewalk restoration, and pier and end bent diaphragm modifications. Bidders must submit comprehensive proposals via the city's procurement portal (https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/carmelin) by 9:00 am on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, with a non-mandatory pre-bid conference scheduled for Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at 10:00 am in the City Hall Caucus Room. Contractors are required to provide a bid bond or certified check of at least 10% of the bid amount, submit EVerify documentation, provide a list of manufacturers and subcontractors, and demonstrate compliance with local and federal regulations. The project is expected to commence on February 6, 2025, with a final completion date of June 30, 2025, and includes specific technical requirements for construction engineering, materials, labor, and architectural finishes.

The procurement appears to be open to all qualified contractors, with no specific set-aside designations mentioned in the documentation. Contractors must provide evidence of insurance, submit a drug testing program, and comply with local employment and safety regulations. The project requires 100% performance and payment bonds from the successful bidder, and while a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the detailed bid itemization suggests a substantial infrastructure investment. Contractors must be authorized to do business in Indiana and appear on the U.S. Treasury Department's list of acceptable surety companies. The technical specifications indicate a comprehensive approach to bridge rehabilitation, with specific requirements for concrete work, architectural finishes, and coordination with local city services. Liquidated damages of $1,000 per day will be assessed for delays beyond the specified completion dates, emphasizing the importance of timely project execution.