Stanton Ave/McCandless Ave Stairs

The City of Pittsburgh's Department of Mobility and Infrastructure is seeking bids for the Stanton Ave/McCandless Ave Stairs project, a comprehensive public infrastructure improvement initiative located in Allegheny County. The procurement involves a one-time construction project focused on demolishing existing stairs and constructing a new multi-level stair system with five landings, spanning from elevation 941.09 to 972.51. Key deliverables include soldier pile retaining walls, caisson foundations, precast concrete elements, railings, bike runnels, and comprehensive erosion control measures. The project specifications require precise technical execution, including use of epoxy-coated reinforcing steel, specific concrete strengths, and compliance with 2015 International Building Code and 2010 Americans with Disabilities Act standards. The bid was released on June 8, 2022, with a non-mandatory pre-bid meeting held on June 15, 2022, and a firm bid submission deadline of July 6, 2022, at 2:00 pm, with electronic submissions required.

The contract includes specific set-aside requirements for disadvantaged enterprises, mandating 18% participation for minority-owned businesses, 7% for women-owned businesses, and 5% for veteran-owned small businesses. Bidders must provide a 5% bid bond and will be required to furnish performance and payment bonds for 100% of the project amount if awarded. Prevailing wage rates will apply, with hourly compensation for various trade classifications ranging from approximately $20 to $50 per hour, plus additional fringe benefits. While no incumbent vendor is specifically mentioned, the project timeline spans from August 1, 2022, to August 25, 2023, with a structured workflow including site preparation, structural work, and project closeout. Although a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the project, which includes excavation, concrete work, railings, and multiple technical specifications, suggests a substantial investment in urban infrastructure improvement.