Town of Oneonta Pavilion Construction

The Town of Oneonta is requesting sealed bids for construction of a timber-framed pavilion at Fortin Park in Oneonta, Otsego County, New York, with bids due August 7, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. This is a public works contract subject to New York State prevailing wage requirements and Department of Labor registration.

The scope includes site preparation, reinforced concrete slab and foundation, pressure-treated glulam posts and timber framing with pre-engineered wood roof trusses, metal panel roofing and siding, aluminum fascia, and an ADA-compliant restroom with utility room including plumbing and electrical systems. The contractor must begin work by September 1, 2026 following written notice to proceed, with substantial completion by October 2, 2026 and final completion by October 30, 2026.

Each bid requires five percent bid security as a certified check or bid bond from a New York State-licensed surety. The successful bidder must provide performance and payment bonds each equal to 100 percent of the contract price, plus workers' compensation coverage and commercial general liability insurance of at least $1 million per occurrence and $2 million in the aggregate. The Town will hold five percent retainage until project closeout and acceptance and is exempt from sales tax.

Bidders must submit Department of Labor registration certificates, qualifications statements with at least three commercial references for similar projects completed within the past seven years, and identification of subcontractors for plumbing, heating/ventilation, and electrical work. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder. Written questions are due July 17, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. Bid documents and drawings are available from the Town Clerk at Town Hall, 3966 State Highway 23, West Oneonta, during regular business hours. A site visit is permitted but not required. Bids will be opened and read aloud in public immediately after the deadline.