Forsyth- Kynette Park

The City of Forsyth, Georgia is soliciting sealed bids for the comprehensive construction of Kynette Park, a municipal infrastructure project located in Murray County. The procurement opportunity encompasses multiple construction elements, including 1,840 square yards of 8-inch Graded Aggregate Base, roadway grading, 1,953 linear feet of 4-inch thick 3,000 PSI concrete walking trail, 660 tons of 9.5mm Superpave asphalt, and installation of recreational amenities such as a basketball court, playground, and splash pad. Additional project components include 492 linear feet of 18-inch RCP storm drain piping, site striping, grassing, and necessary erosion control measures. Bidders must submit a Bidder's Bond equaling 10% of their proposed bid amount, with sealed bids due on April 3, 2025, at 11:00 A.M. local time at Forsyth City Hall. The project has a defined completion timeline of 180 consecutive calendar days from the notice to proceed, and bid documents can be obtained from Hofstadter and Associates, Inc. in Macon, Georgia for a non-refundable deposit of $200.00 per set. Bid submissions must remain valid for 60 days after the opening date.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged business enterprises. Bid documents can be purchased by any qualified contractor capable of meeting the project specifications and performance requirements. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the project represents a significant municipal infrastructure investment with an implied budget reflecting the comprehensive park construction scope. The City of Forsyth reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to overlook minor irregularities in proposals, providing flexibility in the procurement process. Potential bidders should carefully review the complete bid documentation and demonstrate technical capability to execute the multi-faceted park construction project. The procurement appears designed to attract experienced municipal construction contractors with capabilities in site preparation, recreational facility construction, drainage infrastructure, and landscape implementation.