GJ26-60 Highland City Mitchell Hollow Trail

Highland City is seeking bids for the Mitchell Hollow Trail project, a comprehensive multi-use trail construction initiative located in Utah County. The procurement involves building an approximately 3.9-mile trail system with multiple infrastructure components, including 12-foot asphalt trail surfaces, concrete sidewalks, modular block and landscape rock retaining walls, three-rail wood fencing, and a 1,200-foot boardwalk spanning wetland areas. Bidders must attend a mandatory pre-bid meeting on December 2, 2025, at 3:00 PM MT at Highland City's office, with sealed electronic bids due via the Utah Public Procurement Place (U3P) on December 16, 2025, by 5:00 PM. The project requires substantial completion by December 18, 2026, with liquidated damages of $500 per day for delays. Contractors must demonstrate the ability to manage 32 line items ranging from site preparation to specialized infrastructure installation, and provide a five percent bid bond. Evaluation will focus on selecting the lowest responsive bidder meeting all qualifications, with emphasis on technical capabilities, insurance requirements, and compliance with specified construction standards.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must be licensed in Utah and bondable for an amount equal to or greater than the bid value. Insurance requirements are stringent, mandating $1 million in general and automobile liability coverage, plus a $1 million umbrella policy, with comprehensive completed operations coverage for two years post-construction. While a precise contract value is not specified, the detailed scope and extensive infrastructure components suggest a significant project investment. Contractors will be responsible for obtaining all necessary permits, managing temporary facilities, providing performance and payment bonds, and delivering monthly progress payments at 95 percent of completed work with five percent retainage held until final completion. The project includes specific technical requirements, such as adherence to Highland City Construction Standards, APWA specifications, UDOT standards, and ASTM guidelines, with particular attention to geotechnical considerations like a 3.5-foot frost zone depth and specialized boardwalk foundation design.