Edmunds Consolidated School Outdoor Learning Environment Construction and Trail Work

Background
The State of Maine Department of Education - Education In the Unorganized Territory is seeking proposals for work to be done for the creation and improvement of an outdoor learning environment at the Edmunds Consolidated School in Edmunds Township. The outdoor learning environment will include a 12 foot X 24 foot pressure treated wood platform and the installation of wood chips and benches along the existing trail. 100% of funding for this RFP is from the U.S. Department of Education’s American Rescue Plan (ARP) Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) grant awarded to the Maine Department of Education in 2021.

Work Details
The work includes the construction of a 12 foot X 24 foot pressure treated wood platform, installation of wood chips along the existing trail system (780 ft long by 5 ft wide with at least 4in depth of wood chips), making any necessary grade improvements, and anchoring 4 to 5 benches along the existing trail.
Additionally, compliance with local, state, and federal regulations regarding construction safety, Maine Code of Fair Practices and Affirmative Action, Cost Principles in 2 CFR Part 200, subpart E, appropriate documentation supporting expenditures including Davis-Bacon prevailing wage requirements is required.

Period of Performance
The work needs to be completed by August 16, 2024.

Place of Performance
The contract will be performed at Edmunds Consolidated School in Edmunds Township.