Silver Lake Nature Center Intern House Tear Off and Replacement of Roof, Gutters and Downspouts; Spec #45-10/26

Bucks County, Pennsylvania, issued Invitation to Bid Spec #45-10/26 for the tear off and replacement of the roof, gutters, and downspouts at the Silver Lake Nature Center Intern House, with sealed bids due October 13, 2026. A mandatory pre-bid meeting was held at the project site on September 28, 2026, at 9:30 a.m., so the bid window has closed.

The scope covers complete removal of the existing roof system and installation of a replacement roof, gutters, and downspouts at 1006 Bath Road, Bristol, Pennsylvania. The contract is a stipulated sum, and completion is required within 10 calendar days from commencement. Prevailing wage applies under Pennsylvania law. Bidders must have been in business for at least five years, hold appropriate licensing, and retain qualified craftsmen. General contractors must be capable of performing at least 15% of labor with their own forces.

Bidders must post a 5% bid bond. Successful bidders must furnish performance and payment bonds at 100% of the contract amount and a maintenance bond at 10%. Required insurance includes commercial general liability with a $2,000,000 general aggregate limit, automobile liability at a $1,000,000 combined single limit, and excess liability coverage. The County will hold 10% retainage until work reaches 50% completion, then reduce retainage to 5%. Liquidated damages are set at $0 per day for contract delays. Final payment is due within 30 days of issuance of the final Certificate for Payment.

The County reserves the right to reject any or all bids and will award to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder. Bids were opened publicly at 11:30 a.m. on October 13, 2026, in Conference Room 557, Administration Building, 55 E. Court Street, Doylestown, Pennsylvania.