BID-PW - Folwell Safe Routes to School

The City of Minneapolis is seeking a qualified contractor to deliver a comprehensive “Safe Routes to School” improvement package for the South‑Folwell neighborhood. The work is structured as a single lump‑sum, sealed‑bid contract covering design, demolition, site preparation, concrete and pavement construction, drainage structures, traffic control, signage, erosion control, and related ancillary services. Bidders must submit a detailed price‑sheet (Bid Form) and comply with prevailing‑wage, Buy America, and various socio‑economic goals (20 % female, 32 % minority participation, DBE target 9.8 %). A 5 % bid deposit and 100 % performance/payment bonds are required. • Scope includes removal of existing pavement, curbs, catch basins, signage, and installation of new concrete pavement, curb & gutter, drainage structures, and traffic‑control devices. • Mandatory certifications: Prevailing‑Wage, Responsible‑Contractor verification (Minnesota Statute § 16C.285), Buy America, and grant‑funded contract conditions. • Bid deadline 12 Nov 2026 02:00 CST; pre‑bid meeting optional on 11 Oct 2026 (Teams); questions due 05 Nov 2026 10:00 CST; bid deposit 5 % of bid amount to be delivered within 3 business days after the close date.