Site Improvements at Hopkins Sq. Park

The City of Providence, Rhode Island, is soliciting bids for site improvements at Hopkins Square Park. The Request for Proposals (RFP) document outlines the requirements and guidelines for bidders. Here's a summary: **Project Details:** * Project site: 465 Branch Ave, Providence, RI 02904 * Project description: Site improvements at Hopkins Square Park * Bid opening date: August 24, 2026 * Pre-bid conference: August 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM (non-mandatory) **Bid Submission Requirements:** * Bidders must submit 2 copies of their bid in sealed envelopes or packages labeled with the item description and city department. * Bids must include all required documents, including: + Bid Form 1: Bidder's Blank + Bid Form 2: Certification of Bidder + Bid Form 3: Certificate Regarding Public Records + Bid Form 4: Affidavit of City Vendor + Forms from the Minority and Women Business Enterprise Program (if applicable) + Supplemental Bid Form: Formal response to the specifications outlined in the RFP + Financial assurance (if required) **Bid Evaluation:** * The Board of Contract and Supply will make the award to the lowest qualified and responsible bidder. * The city reserves the right to reject any and all bids. * Bidders must certify that they do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and/or religion in their business and hiring practices. **Bid Terms:** * Financial assurances may be required, including a certified check, bid bond, or performance and payment bond. * Awards will be made within 90 days of bid opening. * Bid prices will be considered firm, unless qualified otherwise. * Failure to deliver within the time quoted or failure to meet specifications may result in default. **Contact Information:** * Purchasing Department: [email protected] * MBE/WBE Outreach Director: [email protected] * Issuing Department's subject matter expert: [email protected] **Deadline:** * Deadline for questions submissions: August 20, 2026 * Bid opening date: August 24, 2026, at 2:15 PM.