Agenda - Parks and Recreation Commission - 05/11/1995

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April 17, 1995 Request for Proposals Dear Contractor/Vendor: The City of Ramsey, located in west-central Anoka County, intends to develop two of its municipal parks with scenic boardwalk through wetlands. The City has identified schematic routes for the two boardwalks, but is open to suggestions regarding construction methods. The City invites interested contractors/vendors to submit cost-itemized proposals regarding construction materials and assemblies. Proposals must be received by 3:00 pm local time on Tuesday, May 9, 1995 at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud. Proposals must be enclosed in sealed envelopes indicating "Sealed Proposal - Wetlands Boardwalk." Any proposal sent through the mail must be enclosed in two envelopes, the inner envelope indicating "Sealed Proposal" as noted above. The City Council reserves the right to accept or reject any and all proposals or to waive technicalities, or to accept any item of any proposal, unless the offerer includes a restrictive limitation. Also note: · Required bid deposit is 5% of bid. · Required performance bond is 150% of bid. Proposals must include the following: 1. Cost itemization of construction assembly and installation. Use attached form. 2. Drawing(s) and/or photograph(s) of proposed construction assembly. 3. Memorandum addressing: (a) City's priorities as discussed below, and (b) the contractor's availability and product capabilities. Regarding the latter, the City requires the following information: · When would materials be available? · When could installation be completed? · What is the lifespan of the product(s) and/or construction assembly? (Including but not limited to concerns such as UV deterioration, rotting, insect infestation.) · What type of routine maintenance would be expected for this assembly? · Is there a warranty on products and/or installation? · Do you carry product liability insurance? · Are there examples of your work in our area? Project Scope. Both boardwalk sites are wetlands with sandy soils and emergent vegetation consisting of grasses and woody plants. Both sites have some intermittent open water. The Fox Park site will include 400+/- linear feet of boardwalk, and the Northfork site will include I300+/- linear feet of boardwalk with one 14' stream crossing. Construction of walkways on beams laid directly on the ground or supported by posts is feasible and is permitted by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.