Wilmington Charter Pavement

The Red Clay Consolidated School District (RCCSD) in Wilmington, Delaware is seeking bids for the Wilmington Charter High School Athletic Fields ADA Access project, a comprehensive infrastructure improvement initiative focused on enhancing athletic field accessibility. The procurement involves concrete and asphalt paving, chain link fencing, and related site work to ensure ADA compliance. Sealed bids will be received until 1:00 PM local time on June 24, 2025, with a non-mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for June 3, 2025, at 1:00 PM, which will be held both in-person at 1798 Limestone Road and electronically via Zoom. Prospective bidders must obtain contract documents from Landmark Science & Engineering and submit any questions by June 18, 2025, at 5:00 PM. The bid requires a bid security equivalent to 10% of the bid amount, and the successful bidder must provide a performance and payment bond for 100% of the contract price. The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids, select multiple low bidders, or award to a single low bidder, with flexibility to extend bid opening times if necessary.

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 promotes inclusivity in bidding. Bidders must comply with craft training requirements, implement drug testing for employees, and adhere to prevailing wage standards as outlined in the State of Delaware Department of Labor's wage documentation. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the project suggests a significant infrastructure investment. The project is located in New Castle County and will require contractors to have appropriate professional licensing and expertise in athletic field accessibility improvements. Wage rates for various construction worker classifications are provided, with hourly rates ranging from $18.46 to $98.33 depending on the specific role and county.