Chadakoin River Basin Activation Project- Phase 1 - South Basin and Panzarella Point

The City of Jamestown Department of Development is soliciting sealed bids on the Chadakoin River Basin Activation Project Phase 1 — South Basin and Panzarella Point, a waterfront amenities construction project, with bids due October 16, 2026 at 3:00 PM and a mandatory pre-bid meeting on September 30, 2026 at the Chadakoin Basin parking area. This procurement carries a 54% Minority and Women Business Enterprise (MWBE) participation goal with a minimum of 1% in each category; the apparent low bidder must submit a Grants MWBE Utilization Plan and Contractor's Solicitation Log within seven business days of award notification or be deemed non-responsive.

The scope encompasses construction of waterfront amenities along the south shore of the Chadakoin River basin within Jamestown, including a beach launch, floating accessible kayak launch, water safety barrier, dock and wharf improvements at Panzarella Park, permeable paver parking area, pavilion, asphalt and concrete walkways, lighting, signage, site furniture, and landscaping. Work is bid as nine lump sum items: site work, beach launch, accessible floating launch, water safety equipment, pavilion, landscaping, Panzarella dock/wharf, signage, and lighting. All work must be performed at New York State prevailing wage rates.

The project is funded by the New York State Department of State under Title 11 of the Environmental Protection Fund. Substantial completion is required by September 6, 2027, with final completion by October 31, 2027; liquidated damages of $100 per calendar day apply for failure to meet the substantial completion deadline. Contract award approval is scheduled for October 26, 2026, with a Notice to Proceed on November 13, 2026 and anticipated start date of November 20, 2026. Bid guaranty of 10% of the contract price is required; upon award, the contractor must furnish a performance bond and payment bond each equal to 100% of the contract price. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to award to other than the low bidder. No business enterprises have been awarded identical or substantially similar contracts within the past five years. The Project Manual is available for a non-refundable $30 fee.