6250 Forrest Avenue Drainage

The City of Union City, Georgia is soliciting bids for the 6250 Forrest Avenue Drainage Project (RFB-PS-26-01), seeking qualified contractors to complete comprehensive drainage improvements for a 0.75-acre site. The procurement involves detailed infrastructure work including excavation, road and drainage infrastructure installation, curbing, asphalt and concrete work, and storm drain pipe implementation. Specific project deliverables include installing multiple drop inlets, curb inlets, storm manholes, and approximately 155-107 linear feet of 18" and 24" storm drain pipes with precise elevation specifications. Bidders must demonstrate robust qualifications encompassing general management ability, financial stability, and substantial construction experience. The bid is scheduled to be due on November 14, 2025, at 12:00 P.M. via BidNet, with a mandatory pre-bid meeting set for November 5, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. The contract term is 120 calendar days, with substantial completion required within 90 calendar days of the Notice to Proceed, and contractors will be subject to liquidated damages of $500 per calendar day for schedule non-compliance.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders are required to submit a 5% Bid Bond and provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, automobile liability, and professional liability. The project will be funded through the City of Union City, with the total contract price determined through unit pricing across multiple line items. Successful contractors must provide performance and payment bonds, and the city reserves the right to reject any or all bids and negotiate with top-ranked bidders. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the project involves substantial infrastructure work on a 0.75-acre site with significant drainage improvements. The solicitation emphasizes contractor responsibility for utility verification, requiring contact with the Utilities Protection Center at 811 at least 48 hours before excavation, and includes meticulous technical specifications for site grading, drainage infrastructure, and stormwater management.