Boscawen Street Pedestrian Mall Improvements

The City of Winchester is seeking a qualified contractor to redesign and reconstruct the Boscawen Street downtown pedestrian mall. The work includes demolition of existing sidewalks, curb & gutter, and asphalt; installation of new brick/paver sidewalks, concrete curbs, street repaving, storm‑water infrastructure upgrades, new planters, PVC conduit, decorative gateway arches, fountains, removable bollards, and comprehensive landscaping. The contract requires performance and payment bonds equal to 100 % of the contract amount, a 5 % bid guarantee, and a $3 million Builder’s Risk policy. The project must start on January 4 2027 and reach final completion by August 2 2027, with liquidated damages of $1,000 per day for late completion. Bids are submitted electronically via the City’s e‑procurement portal by September 23 2026, 2:00 pm. A non‑mandatory pre‑bid conference will be held online on September 9 2026. • Scope: demolition, new sidewalks/pavers, curb & gutter, street milling & repaving, storm‑water upgrades, planters, arches, fountains, bollards, landscaping. • Schedule: Mobilization Jan 4 2027 – Final Completion Aug 2 2027 (≈7 months). • Bonds: 5 % bid guarantee; 100 % performance & payment bonds; $3 M Builder’s Risk. • Submission: Electronic only, portal deadline Sep 23 2026, 2 pm. • Pre‑bid: Online Sep 9 2026 (non‑mandatory). • Required insurances: General liability $5 M, auto $1 M, workers’ comp $1 M, etc.