Lake Elkhorn East Inlet Boardwalk Replacement

The Columbia Association is requesting bids on demolition, removal, and installation of new boardwalk components at Lake Elkhorn East Inlet in Columbia, Maryland, under an IFB with bids due October 15, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. EDT. A mandatory onsite pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 7, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. EDT; attendance is not required. An online Q&A period closes October 12, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. EDT.

The scope encompasses full demolition and disposal of the existing Lake Elkhorn East Inlet Boardwalk, installation of new approach abutments, and installation of new boardwalk components per contract drawings and specifications. In-stream work must be completed by February 28, 2027 due to Maryland Department of the Environment time-of-year restrictions on construction in Nontidal Stream Use Class IV Recreational Trout Waters. Associated paving work and work on the Lake Elkhorn Boat Ramp are excluded from this contract.

The contract performance period runs January 4, 2027 through April 2, 2027, with the Columbia Association reserving the right to adjust the start date based on contract execution and Notice to Proceed issuance. Award is on a lump-sum basis, with Bid Item #2 required as a separate cost breakout for an add alternative. Contractors must submit line-item costs and the required MBE Form electronically via the PlanetBids Vendor Portal. Bids are to be submitted to the Columbia Association's Purchasing Department at 6310 Hillside Court, Columbia, Maryland 21046. Primary contact is Jeri Baker at 410-715-3128 or Jeri.Baker@columbiaassociation.org.