City of Asheville - Lexington Avenue Sidewalk Restoration Project - 298-FY27-CAM-BID-LexAveRestoration (2026)
City of AshevilleCity · Asheville, NC- Due
- Dec 3, 2026
- 22 days left
- Posted
- Nov 6, 2026
- Primary contact
- Susannah Horton
- (828) 450-4595
The 30-second brief
The City of Asheville Capital Projects Department is seeking sealed formal construction bids for the Lexington Avenue Sidewalk Restoration Project, project number 298-FY27-CAM-BID-LexAveRestoration, located in downtown Asheville between Woodfin/Hiawassee Streets and Walnut Street. The scope of work includes the removal and replacement of brick sidewalks on a 4-inch reinforced concrete base, concrete paver base, concrete driveways, concrete and new granite curbs, granite curb repair, pipe outfalls, asphalt repair, 48"x108" tree grates, street light installation, parking meter installation, sign installation, bike rack installation, building edge improvements with non-shrink grout, plant barrier fence, tree pits, utility adjustments (gas valve, sanitary sewer manhole, clean out, water meter elevation and box replacements), and tree and art protection for the Lexington Life Column. Estimated construction costs range from $1.3 to $1.5 million with an expected duration of 6 months or less. Mandatory bidder pre-qualification applies, pre-bidding requirements include a virtual pre-bid meeting on November 12, 2026, question submission deadline on November 18, 2026, and final bid submission deadline on December 3, 2026 (note: portal deadline attribute indicates November 12, 2026). Requirements include a 5% bid bond, 100% performance and payment bonds, North Carolina General Contractor license, E-Verify compliance, drug-free workplace certification, and adherence to PROWAG accessibility guidelines.
Removal and replacement of brick sidewalks, Concrete paver base, Concrete driveways, Concrete curb, New granite curb, Granite curb repair, Pipe outfall, Asphalt repair, 48"x108" tree grates, Street light installation, Parking meter installation, Sign installation, Bike rack installation, Building edge improvements, Plant barrier fence, Tree pits, Gas valve elevation adjustment, Sanitary sewer manhole elevation adjustment, Sanitary sewer and storm drain clean out elevation adjustment, Sanitary sewer manhole lid replacement, Water meter elevation adjustment, Water meter box replacement
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Summary
The City of Asheville Capital Projects Department is seeking sealed formal construction bids for the Lexington Avenue Sidewalk Restoration Project, project number 298-FY27-CAM-BID-LexAveRestoration, located in downtown Asheville between Woodfin/Hiawassee Streets and Walnut Street.
The scope of work includes the removal and replacement of brick sidewalks on a 4-inch reinforced concrete base, concrete paver base, concrete driveways, concrete and new granite curbs, granite curb repair, pipe outfalls, asphalt repair, 48"x108" tree grates, street light installation, parking meter installation, sign installation, bike rack installation, building edge improvements with non-shrink grout, plant barrier fence, tree pits, utility adjustments (gas valve, sanitary sewer manhole, clean out, water meter elevation and box replacements), and tree and art protection for the Lexington Life Column. Estimated construction costs range from $1.3 to $1.5 million with an expected duration of 6 months or less. Mandatory bidder pre-qualification applies, pre-bidding requirements include a virtual pre-bid meeting on November 12, 2026, question submission deadline on November 18, 2026, and final bid submission deadline on December 3, 2026 (note: portal deadline attribute indicates November 12, 2026). Requirements include a 5% bid bond, 100% performance and payment bonds, North Carolina General Contractor license, E-Verify compliance, drug-free workplace certification, and adherence to PROWAG accessibility guidelines.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible, responsive bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
22- Removal and replacement of brick sidewalks
- Concrete paver base
- Concrete driveways
- Concrete curb
- New granite curb
- Granite curb repair
- Pipe outfall
- Asphalt repair
- 48"x108" tree grates
- Street light installation
- Parking meter installation
- Sign installation
- Bike rack installation
- Building edge improvements
- Plant barrier fence
- Tree pits
- Gas valve elevation adjustment
- Sanitary sewer manhole elevation adjustment
- Sanitary sewer and storm drain clean out elevation adjustment
- Sanitary sewer manhole lid replacement
- Water meter elevation adjustment
- Water meter box replacement
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Bid bond with Power of Attorney or cashier's check
- Form of Bid Proposal
- Contractor List for Sub-divisions (heating, plumbing, electrical, general)
- Certificate of Insurance
- W-9
- Drug-free workplace certification
- Submit to
- www.ashevillenc.gov/bids
- Scope location
- Asheville, NC
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Asheville?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 3, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: www.ashevillenc.gov/bids. For questions, contact Susannah Horton.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Asheville in NC, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Susannah Horton at (828) 450-4595. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Removal and replacement of brick sidewalks, Concrete paver base, Concrete driveways, Concrete curb, New granite curb, Granite curb repair, Pipe outfall, Asphalt repair, 48"x108" tree grates, Street light installation, Parking meter installation, Sign installation, Bike rack installation, Building ed. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest responsible, responsive bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Asheville?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 3, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: bid bond with Power of Attorney or cashier's check, form of Bid Proposal, Contractor List for Sub-divisions (heating, plumbing, electrical, general), Certificate of Insurance, W-9, drug-free workplace. Review the full document from City of Asheville for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Asheville, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.