Coal Creek Forest Drive Trailhead Improvements

The City of Bellevue Parks & Community Services Department is requesting bids on Coal Creek Forest Drive Trailhead Improvements under ITB #26069, with bids due July 30, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. via sealed envelope delivery to City Hall. Prevailing wage under Washington Chapter 39.12 RCW applies, with rates set by the Washington Department of Labor and Industries for King County.

The scope includes selective demolition, clearing and grubbing, grading, asphalt paving (new parallel parking stalls), installation of new ADA cement concrete parking and access aisle, planting, and new signage and site furnishings at 5199 Forest Drive SE. The work creates a new trailhead entrance.

The estimated project budget is $283,941. The successful bidder must complete work within 45 working days of receiving the Notice to Proceed, with substantial completion required within 40 working days. The City Council will review bids at a future council meeting; no formal award date is specified.

Bidders must hold a valid Washington State Contractor License and City of Bellevue business license. Supplemental responsibility criteria require a minimum of four years in business under the current entity and five years of combined experience with similar construction projects, including demonstrated experience working with Washington government entities and references for the last three municipal projects completed.

Bid bonds (5 percent), performance bonds, payment bonds, and retainage agreements are required. Insurance must include Commercial General Liability of at least $1 million per occurrence and $2 million annual aggregate, Business Automobile Liability of $1 million per accident, and Workers' Compensation as required by Washington law. Payment is due within 30 days of invoice receipt and City approval.