Empire State Development - Buffalo Cruise Terminal Improvements Phase I - 2026
NY-State-Empire State DevelopmentState · Albany, NY- Due
- Jun 10, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 18, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jordan Kaplan
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Erie Canal Harbor Development Corporation is seeking bids from well-qualified construction companies for Buffalo Cruise Terminal Improvements Phase I at 275 Fuhrmann Boulevard in Buffalo, New York. The scope of work includes the rehabilitation of 950+/- feet of concrete seawall, installation of mooring bollards, cleats, and seawall fenders, removal of spoils from excavation with clay/dirt cap encapsulation, installation of a concrete waterfront promenade, metal sea-rail, gates, landscape/hardscape materials, electrical services, transformer pads, site lighting, plumbing improvements, water service, hotbox/RPZ, and underground water lines. Prevailing wages are required. The submission deadline is June 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. Selection will be based on the lowest cost from a responsible bidder.
Rehabilitation of 950+/- feet of concrete seawall, Installation of mooring bollards / cleats and installation of seawall fenders, Removal of spoils from excavation to adjacent site followed by coverage in clay/dirt cap to encapsulate, Installation of new expansive concrete waterfront promenade, Installation of new metal sea-rail and gates at perimeter of site, Installation of various landscape/hardscape materials, Installation of new electric service and transformer pad, Installation of site lighting along waterfront promenade, Installation of empty conduit for future electric work around the site, Installation of new water service and hotbox/RPZ to site, Installation of new underground water lines to serve various areas of the site
Lowest cost
SUMMARY
Erie Canal Harbor Development Corporation is seeking bids from well-qualified construction companies for Buffalo Cruise Terminal Improvements Phase I at 275 Fuhrmann Boulevard in Buffalo, New York.
The scope of work includes the rehabilitation of 950+/- feet of concrete seawall, installation of mooring bollards, cleats, and seawall fenders, removal of spoils from excavation with clay/dirt cap encapsulation, installation of a concrete waterfront promenade, metal sea-rail, gates, landscape/hardscape materials, electrical services, transformer pads, site lighting, plumbing improvements, water service, hotbox/RPZ, and underground water lines. Prevailing wages are required. The submission deadline is June 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. Selection will be based on the lowest cost from a responsible bidder.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest cost
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Rehabilitation of 950+/- feet of concrete seawall, Installation of mooring bollards / cleats and installation of seawall fenders, Removal of spoils from excavation to adjacent site followed by coverage in clay/dirt cap to encapsulate, Installation of new expansive concrete waterfront promenade, Installation of new metal sea-rail and gates at perimeter of site, Installation of various landscape/hardscape materials, Installation of new electric service and transformer pad, Installation of site lighting along waterfront promenade, Installation of empty conduit for future electric work around the site, Installation of new water service and hotbox/RPZ to site, Installation of new underground water lines to serve various areas of the site
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Bid Form, Non-Collusive Bidding Certification, Conflict of Interest Attestation, State Finance Law Sections 139-j and 139-k forms, Vendor Responsibility Questionnaire, Iran Divestment Act Statement, Executive Order 16 Certification, Executive Order 177 Certification, Compliance with State Finance Law Sections 139-m forms, OCSD-1 MWBE and SDVOB Participation / EEO Policy Statement, OCSD-4 MWBE and SDVOB Utilization Plan, Encouraging the Use of NYS Businesses in Contract Performance Form, Certification under State Tax Law Section 5-a Form ST-220-CA or Affidavit, W-9 Form
- Submit to
- https://www.dropbox.com/request/bc90vg9pogvx8ovhqnrz
- Scope location
- Buffalo, NY
- Reported agency
- Empire State Development
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from NY-State-Empire State Development?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 10, 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: https://www.dropbox.com/request/bc90vg9pogvx8ovhqnrz. For questions, contact Jordan Kaplan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including NY-State-Empire State Development in NY, 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 Jordan Kaplan. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Rehabilitation of 950+/- feet of concrete seawall, Installation of mooring bollards / cleats and installation of seawall fenders, Removal of spoils from excavation to adjacent site followed by coverage in clay/dirt cap to encapsulate, Installation of new expansive concrete waterfront promenade, Inst. 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 cost" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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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 Form, Non-Collusive Bidding Certification, Conflict of Interest Attestation, State Finance Law Sections 139-j and 139-k forms, Vendor Responsibility Questionnaire, Iran Divestment Act Statement, E. Review the full document from NY-State-Empire State Development for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Buffalo, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.