Misc. Resurfacing (M26-3) / DPW

The City of Worcester is seeking a qualified contractor to perform miscellaneous resurfacing, drainage upgrades, utility installations, curb work, pavement paving, and related site improvements across eleven street locations. The work includes extensive excavation, trenching, installation of manholes and catch basins, hot‑mix asphalt paving, concrete sidewalk and driveway repairs, traffic‑control signage, and tree removal, following MassDOT specifications and strict safety and environmental requirements. The contract is a fixed‑price, unit‑price sealed‑bid with a 5 % bid deposit, full‑value performance and payment bonds, and a $430,000 lump‑sum reserve for contingencies. The project must be substantially completed by mid‑November 2027, with final close‑out within 30 days thereafter. • 11 distinct roadway and site locations throughout Worcester requiring excavation, utility work, and resurfacing. • Comprehensive scope: drainage upgrades, utility trenching, manhole/catch‑basin installation, curb & gutter, asphalt & concrete paving, signage, and tree removal. • Mandatory certifications: prevailing‑wage, MWBE participation, OSHA‑10, wage‑theft prevention, CORI, gender‑identity, insurance, and bonding. • Tight schedule: bids due Oct 28 2026, substantial completion by Nov 15 2027 (≈13 months). • Financials: estimated project cost ~$4.8 M plus a $430 k reserve, with monthly price adjustments for key materials.