Franklin County is seeking sealed bids for the Pigeon Road Pit Drill Blasting project. Interested vendors must submit proposals by April 24, 2026, at 3:00 PM. Bids must be sealed and clearly marked with bidder information and bid details. A site visit is highly recommended. Bidders must have a minimum of 5 years in business performing similar work and provide at least three references. All blasting personnel must be licensed and certified in New York State. Proof of insurance is required. Clarification requests must be submitted in writing to Joel Perry. Addenda will be issued for any necessary clarifications. Awards will be made to the lowest responsive responsible bidder or based on best value. Bids are firm for 90 days. Vendors must comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including prevailing wage laws and OSHA 10 requirements. Noncollusion certification is mandatory.
The bid submission deadline is April 24, 2026, at 3:00 PM. The bid notice also states that it is desired that the contractor start work in the spring of 2026 or early summer of 2026.
The successful bidder guarantees their product against defective material or workmanship and will repair or replace any damages or marring occasioned in transit. Every unit delivered must be guaranteed against faulty material and workmanship for a period of at least one year from the date of delivery. If during this period such faults develop, the successful bidder agrees to replace the unit or the part affected without cost to the county.
The contract, if awarded, will be to the lowest responsive responsible bidder who meets all the terms of the specifications or based on best value.
The bidder shall prove a minimum of five (5) years in business performing work similar to the specifications contained herein. Any bidder may be required to furnish evidence satisfactory to the owner that the bidder and any proposed subcontractors have sufficient means and experience in the types of work called for to assure successful completion of the contract in a satisfactory manner. Bidder shall supply a minimum of three (3) references from projects of a similar nature and size.
Should the successful bidder fail to meet a delivery date required by the specifications, the purchasing agent may, at her discretion, cancel the order and terminate the contract. Should any material or equipment delivered fail to meet the specifications, the county manager may, at his discretion, require the vendor to replace the same and, at the vendor's expense, remove the rejected material or equipment. If the successful bidder fails to deliver within the time specified, or fails to make replacement of rejected articles, the county may purchase from other sources and the successful bidder agrees to reimburse the county promptly for excess costs occasioned by such purchases. A contract may be cancelled at the successful bidder's expense upon nonperformance of the contract.
It is highly recommended that the bidder perform a site visit to fully understand the scope and nature of the project. It is important that the contractor be knowledgeable of site conditions prior to submitting a bid. If prospective bidders wish to visit the site, please contact Ed Adams at ****.
Samples, when required, must be submitted strictly in accordance with instructions, otherwise, may not be considered. If samples are requested subsequent to bid opening, they shall be delivered within 10 days of the request, or as directed. For bid to have consideration, samples must be furnished free of charge and must be accompanied by descriptive memorandum invoices indicating if the bidder desires their return and specifying the address to which they are to be returned, provided they have not been used or made useless by tests.
Formal requests for clarification or questions regarding the terms of this bid should be directed in writing to Joel Perry, Assistant Purchasing Agent. The county will issue no response to any request for clarification received within five (5) days of the proposal due date.