Empire State Development - Gorge Gateway Pavilion Construction - 2026
Empire State Development | State of New YorkState · Albany, NY- Due
- Dec 14, 2026
- 37 days left
- Posted
- Oct 30, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jordan Kaplan
The 30-second brief
USA Niagara Development Corporation invites bids for the construction of the 1,500 sq. ft. Gorge Gateway Pavilion located in Gorge Gateway Park (formerly DiFranco Park) in Niagara Falls, New York. The scope of work includes permit applications, tests and inspections, construction layout, field engineering and surveying, installation of the work, cutting and patching, progress cleaning, starting and adjusting, protection of installed construction, construction waste management and disposal, and closeout procedures, following Appendices B (Specifications) and C (Construction Documents). Prevailing wages are required. The submission deadline is December 14, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET via Dropbox. Questions are due by November 20, 2026. The contract will be awarded to the responsible bidder submitting the lowest cost.
Lowest cost
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Summary
USA Niagara Development Corporation invites bids for the construction of the 1,500 sq. ft.
Gorge Gateway Pavilion located in Gorge Gateway Park (formerly DiFranco Park) in Niagara Falls, New York. The scope of work includes permit applications, tests and inspections, construction layout, field engineering and surveying, installation of the work, cutting and patching, progress cleaning, starting and adjusting, protection of installed construction, construction waste management and disposal, and closeout procedures, following Appendices B (Specifications) and C (Construction Documents). Prevailing wages are required. The submission deadline is December 14, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET via Dropbox. Questions are due by November 20, 2026. The contract will be awarded to the responsible bidder submitting the lowest cost.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest cost
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
13- 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 Section 139-m forms
- Form OCSD-1
- Form OCSD-4
- Encouraging the Use of NYS Businesses in Contract Performance Form
- Form ST-220-CA or Affidavit
- W-9 Form
- Submit to
- https://www.dropbox.com/request/pm8hx067zv73qxb7aimu
- Scope location
- Niagara Falls, NY
- Projected sq ft
- 1,500 sq ft
- Reported agency
- Empire State Development
Questions about this ITB
How do I respond to this ITB from Empire State Development | State of New York?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 14, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.dropbox.com/request/pm8hx067zv73qxb7aimu. For questions, contact Jordan Kaplan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this ITB?
Most government agencies, including Empire State Development | State of New York 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 ITB 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.
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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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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 14, 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 ITB?
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: 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 O. Review the full document from Empire State Development | State of New York for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Niagara Falls, NY. The total projected area is 1500 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.