PI-0017627 Augusta Corporate Park Industrial Lead Track

The state of Georgia, specifically through the Development Authority of Augusta in Richmond County, is seeking bids for a significant infrastructure project designated as PI-0017627 Augusta Corporate Park Industrial Lead Track. The procurement involves the construction of approximately 2.4 miles of new railroad track, including comprehensive drainage improvements and associated appurtenances. The project's primary objective is to create an industrial lead track that will spur off Norfolk Southern's mainline to serve industries within the Augusta Corporate Park. Potential bidders must obtain electronic contract documents by emailing Ryan Sheridan, PE, at rsheridan@cranstonengineering.com. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for Friday, May 16, 2025, at 1:00 pm, located at the Development Authority of Augusta's office at 1450 Greene St. Suite 3500, Augusta, GA 30901. Sealed bids will be accepted at the same location on Friday, May 30, 2025, at 11:00 am, with the contract opportunity posted on April 30, 2025, and proposals due by the May 30, 2025 deadline.

While the contract documentation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises, interested contractors should carefully review the full bid package for potential qualifications or preferences. The project appears to be a standard infrastructure development initiative targeting industrial infrastructure expansion in Richmond County. No specific incumbent vendors or existing contractors are mentioned in the current documentation. The procurement does not list a specific budget range or award value, which suggests potential bidders should prepare comprehensive proposals that demonstrate cost-effectiveness and technical capability for railroad track construction and associated civil engineering work. Potential respondents should be prepared to showcase expertise in industrial infrastructure development, railroad track construction, drainage improvements, and compliance with state and local engineering standards.