Project Description: The Tahoe Area Mountain Biking Association (TAMBA) is requesting cost proposals from professional and experienced trail builders to build approximately 4-5 miles of new multi-use singletrack trail on the west shore of Lake Tahoe during the summer of 2022. While much of the terrain is on gentle cross slopes, there are a handful of sections that are on steeper side slopes and rocky terrain that will require retaining wall construction using native rock to support climbing turns.
Map of approximate trail alignment can be found here: https://caltopo.com/m/N7K1D
SCOPE OF WORK:
- Build up to 5 miles of new multi-use (biker, hiker, equestrian allowed use) singletrack from Highway 89 to the Lost Lake Trail.
- USFS Trail Class 2 (12" trail tread)
- It’s anticipated this will be an intermediate level trail for mountain bikers and will be traveled in both directions. Most mountain bikers will utilize this in the uphill direction.
- Full bench construction or utilize native rock for outside retaining walls when full bench can’t be constructed into hillside.
- Up to 50” machinery allowed.
- Must meet USFS construction standards
- Contractor will need to provide all tools, equipment, labor.
Company/Organization/Agency Submitting Contract: Tahoe Area Mountain Biking Association
Primary Contact for Contract Information: Patrick Parsel
Email Address: patrick@tamba.org
Closest City to Project: Tahoma
State/Province/Region: CA
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Anticipated Project Start Date: 6/15/2022
Application Deadline: 3/11/2022
Additional Project Bid Information: SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
The following information should be included in each submitted proposal:
Qualifications and Experience (years in business, evidence of insurance, number of staff, equipment to be utilized, experience, projects on USFS land, etc.)
Identify at least 3 examples of similar natural surface trail projects in process or constructed within the past 3 years.
List mechanized equipment you plan to use.
Availability (when can your company start this project and how long will it take)
Please provide 2 references from projects your company has completed.
Cost proposal inclusive of everything described above as the scope of work.
Note: Additional information is appreciated, but the entire submittal should not exceed 5 pages.
Please contact TAMBA’s Trail Director Patrick Parsel (patrick@tamba.org) with any questions or to set up a pre-bid call.
**Companies submitting RFQs should not expect compensation for submittal.
SELECTION PROCESS
Selection of contractors for this project will be based on an evaluation of factors including qualifications, experience, cost, availability, and references. Contractors must demonstrate a history of successful trail construction projects in a timely and professional manner. The final decision will be made by the Tahoe Area Mountain Biking Association’s Board of Directors.
Date Submitted to PTBA: 2/24/2022