Site work and paving for a mixed-use development in Duluth, Minnesota. Completed plans call for site work for a pipeline; sidewalk / parking lot; and for paving for a sidewalk / parking lot.

This project will install Excess Flow Valves (EFV's) on existing gas services, replace copper risers, install bollards, and minor gas meter relocations throughout the City of Duluth. This project will consist of furnishing materials not provided by the City as identified in this document, providing labor and equipment necessary to install EFV's, replace copper risers, install bollards and minor relocation of gas meters. Most gas services will be 1/2 " diameter but a small percentage of 1" diameter gas services may also be included with the project as they are encountered. Restoration of both private and public turfed areas, aggregate driving surfaces, bituminous pavement, concrete pavement, concrete curb and gutter, and sidewalks is included with this project. Questions pertaining to this project should be directed to: Shawn Eastman, Senior Engineering Specialist by email at seastman@duluthmn.gov or by phone at (218) 591-9742 Bid surety in an amount equal to five per cent (5%) of the total bid shall be submitted with each bid. Electronic bid surety can be submitted electronically, either through Surety2000 or Surety Wave within the Bid Express solicitation, or emailed to purchasing@duluthmn.gov. Paper bid bonds, certified checks, or bank drafts may be mailed or dropped off at City Hall, 411 W. 1st Street, Room 120, Duluth, MN 55802. Regardless of the method of submission, bid surety must be received by Purchasing prior to the bid opening. Not less than prevailing wages as included in the specifications and provisions must be paid on this project. A Project Labor Agreement (PLA) and Community Benefits provisions will be required for any bid that is over or could virtually go over $150,000. The contractor must take affirmative action to ensure that the employees and applicants for employment are not discriminated against because of their race, color, creed, sex or national origin, and must meet the affirmative action goals. Contractors are encouraged to subcontract with Disadvantaged Business Enterprises when possible. Contractor will comply with all applicable Equal Employment Opportunity laws and regulations. The City of Duluth reserves the right to waive informalities and to reject any or all bids. State Law provides that the final estimate will be made within 90 days after completion of all work required under this Contract.