Site work and paving for a bridge / tunnel in New Rochelle, New York. Completed plans call for site work for a bridge / tunnel; and for paving for a bridge / tunnel.

The City of New Rochelle Department of Parks & Recreation (hereinafter referred to as "the City") is soliciting bids from qualified and experienced contractors (hereinafter referred to as "the Contractor") to perform immediate repair and restoration work on the historic Stone Bridge located within Ward Acres Park in New Rochelle, New York. This bridge is a vital component of the heavily utilized Ward Acres Trail System and is situated on the Pinebrook Blvd side of the park trails. The primary objective of this project is to address structural deficiencies and aesthetic degradation of the Stone Bridge while ensuring the long-term stability, public safety, and preservation of its historic integrity. All work must be executed with meticulous attention to detail, employing materials, techniques, and styles that closely match the original structure. The Contractor shall be responsible for providing all labor, materials, equipment, tools, transportation, and incidentals necessary to complete the following work items: 6.1. Westside Bridge Wall Repair and Restoration 6.1.1. Selective Stone Removal and Resetting: 6.1.1.1. Carefully identify and remove loose, damaged, or deteriorated stone sections from the westside bridge wall as directed by the City's representative. The Contractor shall exercise extreme caution to avoid further damage to surrounding stonework. 6.1.1.2. Clean and prepare the existing stone and the underlying substrate for resetting. 6.1.1.3. Reset any loose stone sections securely using new structural cement mortar that matches the color, texture, and joint profile of the original mortar. 6.1.1.4. Repoint any damaged or deteriorated mortar joints at all sides of the bridge 6.1.1.5. Reset the removed stone sections securely using new Portland cement mortar that matches the color, texture, and joint profile of the original mortar. 6.1.1.6. Dispose of any unusable stone debris in accordance with applicable regulations. 6.1.2. Existing Concrete Coping Removal (Westside): 6.1.2.1. Carefully remove the existing concrete coping along the entire 23-foot length of the westside bridge wall. The Contractor shall take precautions to prevent damage to the underlying stone structure during the removal process. 6.1.2.2. Dispose of the removed concrete coping off-site in an environmentally responsible manner. 6.1.3. New Concrete Coping Installation (Westside): 6.1.3.1. Furnish and install new concrete coping with approximate dimensions of 4 inches thick by 24 inches wide by 23 feet long on the westside bridge wall. 6.1.3.2. The new concrete coping must be properly reinforced with no. 6 x no. 6, 6" welded wire mesh it is typically specified at 60,000 psi, and securely anchored using #4 epoxy rebar dowels with a 1.5" min embedment to the underlying stone structure. 6.1.3.3. The new concrete coping must be properly reinforced and securely anchored to the underlying stone structure. 6.1.3.4. The finish and color of the new concrete coping must be approved by the Department's representative to ensure aesthetic compatibility with the historic bridge. 6.1.4. Repointing (Westside): 6.1.4.1. Thoroughly inspect all mortar joints on the westside bridge wall. 6.1.4.2. Carefully remove loose, cracked, or deteriorated mortar to a depth appropriate for effective repointing. 6.1.4.3. Repoint all identified areas, and any other areas deemed necessary by the City's representative, using new Portland cement mortar that matches the color, texture, and joint profile of the original mortar. Ensure a watertight seal. 6.2. Eastside Bridge Wall Repair and Restoration 6.2.1. Existing Concrete Coping Removal (Eastside): 6.2.1.1. Carefully remove the existing concrete coping along the entire 23-foot length of the eastside bridge wall. The Contractor shall take precautions to prevent damage to the underlying stone structure during the removal process. 6.2.1.2. Dispose of the removed concrete coping off-site in an environmentally responsible manner. 6.2.2. New Concrete Coping Installation (Eastside) 6.2.2.1. Furnish and install new concrete coping in sections of 24" x 48" x 4" thick (measurement to be verified in field) x 23 feet long on the eastside bridge wall. 6.2.2.2. The new concrete coping must be properly reinforced with no. 6 x no. 6, 6" welded wire mesh it is typically specified at 60,000 psi, and securely anchored using #4 epoxy rebar dowels with a 1.5" min embedment to the underlying stone 6.2.2.3. Repoint any damaged or deteriorated mortar joints at all sides of the bridge 6.2.2.4. Furnish and install new concrete coping with approximate dimensions of 4 inches thick by 24 inches wide by 23 feet long on the eastside bridge wall. 6.2.2.5. The new concrete coping must be properly reinforced and securely anchored to the underlying stone structure. 6.2.2.6. The finish and color of the new concrete coping must be approved by the Department's representative to ensure aesthetic compatibility with the historic bridge. 6.2.3. Repointing (Eastside): 6.2.3.1. Thoroughly inspect all mortar joints on the eastside bridge wall, including but not limited under the arch. 6.2.3.2. Carefully remove loose, cracked, or deteriorated mortar to a depth appropriate for effective repointing (min.1"). 6.2.3.3. Repoint identified joints, and any other areas deemed necessary by the Department's representative, using new structural cement mortar that matches the color, texture, and joint profile of the original mortar. Ensure a watertight seal. 6.3. Materials and Workmanship 6.3.1. All materials used in the repair and restoration work must be of high quality and suitable for exterior use in a park environment. 6.3.2. The Contractor is responsible for providing samples of all proposed materials (including mortar mix, concrete finish, etc.) for review and approval by the City prior to installation. 6.3.3. Workmanship shall be of the highest professional standards, executed by experienced tradespeople skilled in historic masonry repair and restoration techniques. 6.3.4. The Contractor shall take all necessary precautions to protect the surrounding park environment, including vegetation and trail surfaces, during the execution of the work. 6.3.5. Contractor shall power wash all stones at the end of the job. 6.3.6. Application of Professional-grade High-strength Adhesive and Mortar 6.3.7. Install 1/2 " to 2/3" Type S mortar mix that achieves compressive strength of over 1,800 psi and high-tensile bond strength. 6.4. Historic Preservation Requirements 6.4.1. The historic integrity of the Stone Bridge is of paramount importance. The Contractor must demonstrate experience in working with historic masonry structures and an understanding of preservation best practices. 6.4.2. All repair and restoration work must be undertaken in a manner that minimizes alteration to the original fabric of the bridge. 6.4.3. The Contractor shall ensure that the materials, techniques, and styles employed closely match the original construction of the bridge. Any proposed deviations from the original materials or techniques must be submitted to the City for review and approval, with clear justification. Question Deadline 01/16/2026 at 2:00 PM ET All questions must be submitted in writing via e-mail, to aross@newrochelleny.gov. Answers will be posted to online by 4:30 p.m. on January 21, 2026. Each bid must be accompanied by a DEPOSIT in the form of certified check or cashier's check, made payable to the CITY OF NEW ROCHELLE, NEW YORK, in the amount of five percent (5%) of the bid price (CASH WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED). The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids. The City will not accept a Bid Bond as a form of Bid Deposit. Any bidder who submits a Bid Bond as a form of Bid Deposit will be deemed unresponsive and the bid will be rejected. Award will be made to the lowest responsible bidder based on the Total Bid amount (Line 10) listed in attached Bid Schedule. The project site is the Stone Bridge located within Ward Acres Park, accessible from the Pinebrook Blvd entrance in New Rochelle, New York. Specific location details will be provided during the mandatory prebid site walk-through (refer to Section 4) The City of New Rochelle is a sponsor of the Westchester Affirmative Action Equal Employment Agreement and strongly encourages all firms qualified and certified as Women/Minority Business Enterprises (W/MBE) to submit proposals.