Willis Wood Trail Development

The Town of Lynnfield, Massachusetts, Department of Public Works is requesting sealed bids for Willis Woods Trail Development, an approximately 1.5 to 3 miles natural surface trail construction project with bids due October 15, 2026 at 11 a.m. at the Planning and Conservation Department, with public bid opening and reading the same day. The project is subject to Massachusetts prevailing wage requirements under General Laws Chapter 149, Sections 26-27G, and all employees must complete a 10-hour OSHA-approved construction safety and health course prior to beginning work.

Base work comprises construction of the East Line, Riverside, and South Side trails totaling approximately 1.46 miles, including bog bridges, a 14-step staircase, and signage, plus wetland conservation permitting with the Lynnfield Conservation Commission. An optional task covers Willis Brook and Glen Drive trails totaling approximately 1.5 miles if funding permits.

Bidders must submit 5 percent bid security as a bid bond, cash, or certified check. Performance and payment bonds equal to 100 percent of the total contract price are required. Comprehensive insurance coverage must include workers' compensation and commercial general liability with minimum limits of $1,000,000 general aggregate and $500,000 per occurrence, naming the Town as an additional insured. The successful contractor must commence work within ten days of the Notice to Proceed and complete the project within a specified timeframe; liquidated damages apply for each calendar day of delay beyond substantial completion.

The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible and eligible bidder. Bidders must demonstrate past performance on similar projects and possess sufficient capital and resources to execute the work. Bids remain valid for 30 days following bid opening. Tax compliance certification, non-collusion certification, and compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws are required.