Abraham Faw Run Stream Restoration

The City of Frederick, Maryland is requesting bids for construction services on the Abraham Faw Run Stream Restoration project in Monocacy Village Park, with bids due October 8, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. under IFB-27-12. The City has established M/WBE participation goals of 14% for minority-owned businesses and 6% for women-owned businesses, with an additional 2% goal for service-disabled veteran-owned businesses if subcontracting opportunities are available. A 10% local preference applies to City of Frederick businesses, not to exceed $100,000.

The scope includes grading, landscaping, and installation of rock sills, riffles/pools, and stream stabilization measures in Abraham Faw Run east of East Street, along with erosion and sediment control measures. The Contractor is responsible for construction materials testing, inspections, and coordination with an inspection consultant; the City will provide construction stakeout survey controls only. Work must be completed within 180 days of Notice to Proceed, and the Contractor must submit a detailed project schedule. All work is guaranteed for two years from final acceptance.

The contract is awarded on a lump-sum and unit-price basis with monthly payment and 5% retainage. A Bid Bond equal to 5% of the bid price is required with submission. The successful Bidder must submit a 100% Performance Bond and 100% Labor and Materialmen's Bond within ten working days of award, and a two-year Maintenance Bond prior to final acceptance. Pricing must remain fixed and firm for the contract term. Liquidated damages are $400 per calendar day beyond substantial completion. The Contractor is responsible for obtaining all permits and licenses, providing temporary facilities and site security, and complying with all applicable federal, state, county, and local laws, including environmental protection and stormwater management requirements. Questions are due September 28, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. via the City's OpenGov Portal.