Schooley Mill Park Trail Construction

Howard County is seeking a qualified construction firm to execute a natural‑surface trail construction and re‑routing project within Schooley Mill Park. The contractor must provide all labor, materials, equipment, and incidentals required to complete earthwork, site preparation, trail surfacing, drainage structures, bridges, fences, signage, and related ancillary facilities. The work must be performed in compliance with extensive technical specifications, Maryland procurement ethics, and “Made‑in‑America” requirements, and be finished within 180 calendar days of the Notice‑to‑Proceed. • Scope includes excavation, grading, multiple surfacing methods (aggregate, asphalt, geosynthetics), bridge and culvert installation, fences, gates, signage, and environmental restoration. • Mandatory 5 % bid bond (or certified check) and full‑price performance/payment bonds required; insurance limits of $1 M per occurrence and $100 K workers’ comp coverage. • Pre‑bid conference on September 22, 2026 (virtual); Q&A closing September 29, 2026; bid submission due October 21, 2026.