Norris Street Trail Work

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is soliciting bids for the Norris Street Trail Work project in Chester City, Delaware County, a 1,500-linear-foot shared-use path installation with design-build ADA curb ramps, drainage facilities, modular architectural block system wall, and shade trees along Norris Street from State Route 0013 to the Chester Riverwalk, with bids due December 3, 2026. The project is federally funded through the Transportation Alternatives program with no specific DBE set-aside percentage required, though DBE compliance is mandatory. Prequalification of bidders is required.

The scope encompasses clearing and grubbing, excavation, asphalt and concrete paving in multiple configurations, drainage infrastructure, landscaping, traffic control, pavement markings, and specialized items including electronic ticketing systems and infiltration testing. Work occurs near Conrail railroad property; contractors must maintain railroad protective liability insurance of $5 million per occurrence and $10 million aggregate, plus public liability insurance of $2 million minimum. Prevailing wage rates apply under Executive Order 11246. The project requires Pennsylvania Worker Protection and Investment Executive Order 2021-06 compliance, including certification forms due within seven calendar days of bid opening. Environmental compliance includes erosion and sediment control, post-construction stormwater management, and infiltration testing.

The estimated project cost range is $1 million to $2.5 million. Notice to proceed is anticipated February 1, 2027, with required completion by November 17, 2028. The public bid opening will be held at the Commonwealth Keystone Building, 7th Floor, Contract Awards Room, 400 North Street, Harrisburg. All addenda will be posted electronically through ECMS. No pre-bid meeting is scheduled.