Invitation to Bid for Ferndale Terrace Project

INVITATION TO BID

FOR

FERNDALE TERRACE PROJECT, CITY PROJECT SW2016-01

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by CITY OF FERNDALE that sealed bid proposals will be received by the City of Ferndale at Ferndale City Hall, 2095 Main Street, Ferndale, Washington, 98248, (360) 384-4006, until February 5, 2025, at 2:00 PM, and will then and there be opened and publicly read for the Ferndale Terrace Project.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This contract provides for improvements of approximately 2,600 linear feet of Ferndale Terrace, from the intersection of Ferndale Terrace and Hendrickson Avenue, then easterly to Vista Drive, in Ferndale Washington.  Work will include clearing, grubbing, grading, roadway excavation, storm sewer drainage improvements, water main installation, sanitary sewer installation, placing gravel base, hot mix asphalt paving, curb and gutters, sidewalks, ADA ramps, and other work, in accordance with the Contract Plans, Special Provisions, the Standard Specifications, and Standard Plans.

Bid Guaranty:  All bid proposals shall be accompanied by a bid proposal deposit in cash, certified check, cashier’s check, or surety bond in an amount equal to five percent (5%) of the amount of such bid proposal.  Should the successful bidder fail to enter into such contract and furnish satisfactory performance bond and payment bond both in an amount of 100 percent (100%) of the contract price within the time stated in the specifications, the bid proposal deposit shall be forfeited to the City of Ferndale.  All bidders and subcontractors shall have a contractor’s license to work in the State of Washington and a City of Ferndale Business License before starting work.  All work performed on this project will be subject to prevailing state wage rates.

Project Documents:  Electronic versions of the project plans and specifications are available for view and download on the City of Ferndale website at www.cityofferndale.org/ferndaleterrace.  Bidders must request to be added to the planholders list.  Please email the City of Ferndale at public-works@cityofferndale.org to be included.  Only those on the planholders list will be notified when bid-related information, such as addenda, etc., is issued.  Informational copies of maps, plans and specifications are on file for inspection in the Public Works Department at Ferndale City Hall, 2095 Main Street, Ferndale, Washington 98248.

Pre-Bid Conference:  Bidders, prior to submitting a bid, may attend a non-mandatory pre-bid conference with the Project Engineer.  The meeting will start on January 22, 2025, at 2:00 PM in the main conference room at the Ferndale City Hall, located at 2095 Main Street, Ferndale, Washington 98248.  For those who are not available to attend in person, the pre-bid conference will also be broadcast using Microsoft Teams.  Please see our project page for information to join the online meeting.  A jobsite visit may follow upon request.

This project will be funded in part by the Transportation Improvement Board and the Washington State Department of Ecology.  Neither the State of Washington nor any of its departments or employees are, or shall be, a party to any contract or any subcontract resulting from this solicitation for bids.

The City of Ferndale, in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252, 42 US.C.§§ 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award.

The City of Ferndale is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.  Minority and Women-Owned firms are encouraged to submit bids.

The CALL FOR BIDS for this project was advertised in the Ferndale Record Journal on December 18 and 25, 2024.

Notice of Traffic Revision and Possible Delays: Friday, December 6th

Near 6315 Malloy Ave, at Whiskey Creek

Drivers should expect delays as traffic is reduced to single lane alternating traffic near 6315 Malloy Ave near Whiskey Creek. PSE will be doing follow up work following the Whiskey Creek Culvert project. The traffic revision is in effect Friday, December 6th, 2024, from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Flaggers will be onsite to direct traffic. Road will remain open during nonworking hours. This is expected to be a one-day project.

The City Will Adopt the 2024 Stormwater Manual January 1st, 2025

Consistent with FMC 13.34.030, the City of Ferndale will be adopting the 2024 Stormwater Management Manual for Western Washington effective January 1, 2025. Any projects for which a complete land disturbance permit application has not been submitted by that date will be required to design to the 2024 manual.

Click here to read the 2024 SWMMWW

For questions, email the City’s Stormwater Manager at StephenMurdock@cityofferndale.org

Notice of Traffic Revision and Possible Delays: Monday, November 18th – Friday, December 6th

Byers Rd between Pacific Hwy and Ferndale City Limits

Drivers should expect delays as traffic is reduced to single lane alternating traffic near 1349 Byers Rd, between Pacific Hwy and Ferndale City limits. The traffic revision is in effect from Monday, November 18th – Friday, December 6th. The traffic revision is in effect Monday-Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM each day. Flaggers will be onsite to direct traffic

This work is associated with a private development project.

Notice of Traffic Revision and Possible Delays: Friday, November 15th, 2024

Thornton Overpass

Drivers should expect delays as traffic is reduced to single lane alternating traffic on the east side of the Thornton Overpass. Contractor’s will be installing artwork first on the westbound side and then on the eastbound side of the roadway. The traffic revision is in effect Friday, November 15th, 2024, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Flaggers will be onsite to direct traffic. This project is expected to be completed in one-day.

Road Closures: Shuksan Dr and Golden Eagle Dr at Ferndale High School

10/3/24

The City is aware of an ongoing evacuation at Ferndale High School and is working closely with the School District, Whatcom County Sheriff, and other partners. To allow proper evaluation from law enforcement, please refrain from coming to Campus. Golden Eagle Drive and Shuksan Drive have been closed to non-emergency personnel. 

Notice of Traffic Revision and Possible Delays: Thursday, October 3rd

Barrett Rd will be CLOSED to through traffic near 5440 Barrett Rd on Thursday, October 3rd

Expect longer commute times as Barrett Rd will be CLOSED to through traffic near 5440 Barrett Rd. (near the U-Haul Storage Units) on Thursday, October 3rd. Through traffic will detour via Main St, Smith Rd, and LaBounty Dr. Local traffic will be directed by flaggers. The closure is in effect from 7:00am to 7:00pm. The closure is expected to take one day.

This work is associated with a private development project.

Notice of Traffic Revision and Possible Delays: Wednesday, September 11, 2024

Washington St between 2nd Ave and 3rd Ave – Wednesday, September 11th

Drivers should expect delays as traffic is reduced to single lane alternating traffic on Washington St. between 2nd and 3rd Ave at the railroad crossing. The traffic revision is in effect Wednesday, September 11, 2024, from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Work will be done on one side of the road and then switch to the other side. Pedestrians will be shifted to the non-work side of the road as needed. Flaggers will be onsite to direct both vehicle and pedestrian traffic.

This one-day project is associated with a BNSF railway crossing improvement project.

Paint Striping on Friday, August 30th

Heads up! City of Ferndale and Whatcom County Public Works will be striping the streets in the Ferndale area this Friday, August 30th.
Signs and cones will be utilized to keep drivers out of the wet paint and No Parking signs will be going up in various locations in order to maintain access to paint areas.

Drivers can protect their car from damage by keeping an eye out for striping crews and avoiding lane changes on freshly painted lines. If you happen to drive through wet paint, it can be removed immediately by using soap and water as the paint is water based. Please drive cautiously and provide plenty of space for crews when driving through a work zone.

Notice of Traffic Revision and Possible Delays: Monday, August 26th and Tuesday, August 27th

Thornton St. near Pacific Heights Dr. CLOSED Monday, August 26th and Tuesday, August 27th

Drivers should plan to detour as Thornton Street will be CLOSED between Della Drive and Pacific Heights Drive on Monday, August 26th and Tuesday, August 27th.  The detour route around the closure uses Church Rd, Main St/Mountainview Rd, and Olson Rd.

Sidewalks on both sides of the street will be closed inside the work zone. This closure occurs prior to the start of the school year so should not impact student school routes.

The traffic revision is expected to last for two days, Monday, August 26th and Tuesday, August 27th. Work hours are 7am to 7pm each day.

This traffic revision is for work associated with a private development project.