The work to be performed on this project generally consists of the removal of 3,750 square feet of existing sidewalk and 40 linear feet of existing curb. 3,550 square feet of 4 concrete walk, 500 square feet of 6 concrete walk, and 115 square feet of curb ramp will be installed. All walk and curb ramp installation must be ADA compliant. Miscellaneous and incidental repairs such as installation of new curb, linear grading, seeding & mulching, tree & stump removal, and drive replacement are part of this project. The project is located on Sherman Avenue. No Pre-Bid Meeting will be conducted. Each bidder shall be required to complete and file with his bid the enclosed Proposal Guaranty and Performance/Payment Bond Form (Section 153.571 of the Ohio Revised Code) with a Surety Company executing the Bond, which is listed on the Treasury Department's most current list (Circular 570 as amended) and authorized to transact business in the State where the project is based. If the bid is accepted, the successful bidder shall enter into a contract and the Proposal Guaranty and Performance/Payment Bond shall provide the conditions in said bond, and as listed below: (A) A Contract Performance Bond in an amount equal to 100% of the estimated cost of the work conditioned, among other things that the Contractor will perform the work upon the terms proposed, within the time prescribed, in accordance with the plans and specifications. (B) A Payment Bond in an amount equal to 100% of the estimated cost of the work conditioned for the payment by the Contractor and all Sub-contractors for labor performed and materials furnished in connection with the project involved. Bids of Corporations not chartered in Ohio must be accompanied by proper certification that such corporation is authorized to do business in Ohio. A bidder/contractor will be deemed committed to the goals of the City of Niles Plan Bid Conditions by submitting a properly signed bid. All bidders must fill in all blanks of the proposal in ink or typewritten. Entire Contract Book must be submitted intact with bid. Bidders must submit a minimum of five (5) references within the last ten years. The City of Niles reserves the right to reject any and all bids and the City of Niles shall determine the rejection of any/or all bids is in the public interest.