Richey Pavement

The Red Clay Consolidated School District (RCCSD) is soliciting bids for the Richey Elementary School Athletic Fields ADA Access project located in Wilmington, Delaware. The procurement is a public works construction project focused on improving accessibility to athletic fields through ADA-compliant infrastructure improvements. Sealed bids will be received until 1:00 PM local time on June 24, 2025, at 1798 Limestone Road, with a non-mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for June 3, 2025, at 1:00 PM, which will be available both in-person and via Zoom. Bidders are required to submit a bid security equivalent to 10% of the bid amount and will need to obtain contract documents through Landmark Science & Engineering. The project involves specific construction deliverables including asphalt sidewalk, curbing, and concrete sidewalk installations, with a $5,000 contingency allowance included in the base bid. All questions from potential bidders must be submitted by June 18, 2025, at 5:00 PM local time, and the successful bidder will be required to post a performance and payment bond for 100% of the contract price.

The solicitation emphasizes opportunities for diverse business enterprises, specifically encouraging participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE), Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE), Women-Owned Business Enterprises (WBE), and Veteran-Owned Business Enterprises (VBE). The procurement process ensures non-discrimination and provides flexibility, with the Owner reserving the right to reject any or all bids, select multiple low bidders, or award to a single low bidder. Prevailing wage rates are established by the Delaware Department of Labor, with specific hourly rates detailed for various construction job classifications across New Castle County. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive bid specifications and requirement for detailed unit pricing suggest a significant infrastructure investment. Bidders must demonstrate compliance with local labor regulations, including wage standards, and provide appropriate documentation of their business qualifications, with special consideration given to enterprises that support economic diversity and inclusion in public works contracting.