NOTICE TO BIDDERS: ROAD REPAVING PROJECT – BROOK RAMBLE

NOTICE TO BIDDERS: ROAD REPAVING PROJECT – BROOK RAMBLE

The Town of Townsend is accepting sealed proposals from qualified contractors for the milling, repaving, and associated improvements of Brook Ramble Road. This project includes roadway surface removal, base repair (if needed), repaving, line striping, and site restoration as specified in the contract documents.

Project Overview:

• Location: Brook Ramble Road, Townsend, DE

• Scope of Work: Milling and overlay of approximately [insert approximate linear feet or square footage if known], including all necessary surface preparations, traffic control, and compliance with applicable standards.

• Contract Type: Unit price contract with specifications defined in the RFP.

Important Dates:

• Open Date:Jun 18th 2025, 8:00 AM EDT
• Questions Due Date:Jul 10th 2025, 5:00 PM EDT
• Close Date:Jul 16th 2025, 10:00 AM EDT

How to Apply:

All interested contractors must submit their proposals through the PennBid Bonfire platform. Full bid specifications, submission instructions, contract requirements, and evaluation criteria can be found at the following link:

👉 https://pennbid.bonfirehub.com/opportunities/191126

Please ensure you are registered with Bonfire to access and upload documents.

Additional Information:

• All work must conform to DelDOT standards and specifications, as well as local municipal codes.

• Contractor must be bonded and insured.

• The Town of Townsend reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, in whole or in part, and to waive any informalities or irregularities in the best interest of the Town.

We Want Your Input! Help Us Decide the Future of the Old County Park Property

The Town of Townsend is exploring options for the future use of the old County park property, and we want to hear from YOU — our residents and property owners!

We’re asking the community to participate in a brief survey to help guide our decision. The survey presents two options for consideration:

• Option #1: Improve and enhance the current park features, keeping it a traditional park with a playground.

• Option #2: Convert the park into a designated dog park.

Your feedback will help ensure that the chosen path reflects the interests and needs of our community.

🗓 Please complete the survey by July 31st, 2025.

Thank you for taking a moment to help shape the future of this community space!

Town of Townsend-Request for Proposals (RFP): Code Review & Inspection Services

Request for Proposals (RFP): Code Review & Inspection Services

Date Issued: Friday, May 23, 2025
Proposal Due: Monday, June 30, 2025 by 4:00 PM

The Town of Townsend is now accepting proposals from qualified firms or individuals for Code Review and Inspection Services. As development activity in the town continues to grow, we are seeking a knowledgeable and experienced partner to support municipal staff in ensuring construction projects meet all relevant building, safety, zoning, and environmental codes.

This RFP outlines the scope of services required, including plan review, permitting assistance, field inspections, and code compliance oversight. The selected firm will work closely with the Town to ensure a safe and orderly development process, enhancing our community through professional and consistent code enforcement.

Scope of Work Includes:

• Permitting coordination

• Construction oversight

• Architectural and engineering plan reviews

• Site inspections

• Reporting and correction notices

• Additional services as needed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Certification to perform inspections in Delaware

• Minimum 5 years of relevant municipal experience

• Insurance coverage meeting Town requirements

Submission Requirements:
Proposals must include a cover letter, company qualifications, key personnel details, references, fee schedule, proof of insurance, and required licenses.

Evaluation Criteria:
Proposals will be reviewed based on experience, understanding of the project, past performance, cost, and local knowledge.

Deadline for Proposal Submission:
Monday, June 30, 2025, by 4:00 PM
Late submissions will not be considered.

Submit Proposals To:
Town of Townsend
Attn: Julie Goodyear, Town Manager
141 Main Street, PO Box 223
Townsend, DE 19734
📧 jgoodyear@townsend.delaware.gov
📞 (302) 378-8082

Questions?
Submit inquiries to Julie Goodyear by Tuesday, June 3, 2025. A Contractor Bidding Meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 1:00 PM at Town Hall.

For complete RFP details, visit: https://townsend.delaware.gov

RFP- Code & Inspection Services

Town of Townsend – Request for Proposals (RFP) for Engineering Services

Town of Townsend – Request for Proposals (RFP) for Engineering Services

Posted: May 23, 2025
Proposal Deadline: June 30, 2025 @ 4:00 PM

The Town of Townsend is seeking proposals from qualified engineering firms to provide professional services to support the Town’s infrastructure projects and municipal engineering needs. The selected firm will assist with planning, design, permitting, construction oversight, and other related services vital to our growing community.

Scope of Services Includes (but is not limited to):

• Preliminary Engineering & Planning

• Design Services

• Permitting Assistance

• Bidding & Procurement Support

• Construction Oversight

• Additional Municipal Engineering Services

The contract will be for a one-year term with the possibility of annual renewals for up to three additional years, based on performance.

Proposal Submission Deadline:
All proposals must be received by Monday, June 30, 2025 at 4:00 PM at the address listed below. Late submissions will not be accepted.

Submit Proposals To:
Town of Townsend
Attn: Julie Goodyear, Town Manager
141 Main Street, PO Box 223
Townsend, DE 19734
Email: jgoodyear@townsend.delaware.gov 
Phone: 302-378-8082

Pre-Bid Meeting:
A Contractors Bidding Meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 12:00 PM at Town Hall. Questions must be submitted by Tuesday, June 3, 2025.

More Information:
To view the full RFP and submission requirements, please visit https://townsend.delaware.gov or contact Town Hall.

RFP- Engineering Services

NOTICE OF BID OPENING- CODE REVIEW & INSPECTION SERVICES

Notice of Bid Opening- Code Review & Inspection Services

We Want Your Input: Tax Rate Adjustment Survey

As we plan for the upcoming fiscal year, our town is facing the need for a tax rate adjustment to ensure we can continue providing essential services and maintaining infrastructure.

We are considering two options for how to implement this adjustment:

• Option 1: Apply the full adjustment in the upcoming fiscal year.

• Option 2: Spread the adjustment evenly over the next two fiscal years to reduce the immediate impact.

We’re asking property owners and residents to help guide this decision by completing a brief survey.

https://forms.office.com/r/55RhuVgQfv 

Survey closes on Monday, May 26th, 2025

Your feedback is important and will directly inform how we move forward. Thank you for taking the time to share your input!

For questions, please contact Julie Goodyear, Town Manager at 302-378-8082 or via email jgoodyear@townsend.delaware.gov

3RD Bid Window Extension- Townsend Police Station Build w/ Q&A Responses

Townsend Police Building

Bid Opening Date: January 15^th, 2025

Extended Submission Deadline: Friday, May 16th, 2025

Location of Submission: 141 Main Street, PO Box 223 Townsend, DE 19734

The Police Build project will be the engineering, drafting, design and construction of the new Police Station of Townsend. 

The direct contact person for any questions relating to this bid project is Julie Goodyear, Town Manager at 302-378-8082 or via email at jgoodyear@townsend.delaware.gov

All bids are required to be sealed and identified on the outside refencing the bid as they will be kept sealed until the close of the bidding timeframe.

Below you will find the RFP outlining the expectations and requests for the project:

Police Station Building 2

Bid Meeting Notes- 2-5-2025

RFP- Police Station- Final

NOTICE OF BID OPENING- ENGINEERING SERVICES

Notice of Bid Opening- Engineering Services

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT- Message from DNREC- Mosquito Spraying

A message from DNREC-MOSQUITO CONTROL

Weather permitting; the Delaware Mosquito Control Section plans the following insecticide application in forested wetland habitats. This application may take place during daylight hours from Friday, April 3rd through Sunday, April 6, 2025 via helicopter (registration #N2268W).

Application of Vectobac 12AS (liquid Bti) to control mosquito larvae in the following areas:

Near Newark; and in/around Middletown and Townsend.

For notification purposes, spraying will be done in the following zones: 36, 37, 40, 41, 47, 53, 54, 55, 59, 60, and 61.

All insecticides to be used are registered with the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for mosquito control and will be applied according to EPA-approved label instructions.  The EPA has determined that the insecticides to be used do not pose unreasonable risks to human health, wildlife, or the environment.

For further information, please visit the Mosquito Control website at http://de.gov/mosquito or view the the Spray Zone Map at http://de.gov/mosquitomap.

2ND Bid Window Extension- Townsend Police Station Build w/ Q&A Responses

Townsend Police Building

Bid Opening Date: January 15^th, 2025

Submission Deadline: Friday, April 18th, 2025

Location of Submission: 141 Main Street, PO Box 223 Townsend, DE 19734

The Police Build project will be the engineering, drafting, design and construction of the new Police Station of Townsend. 

The direct contact person for any questions relating to this bid project is Julie Goodyear, Town Manager at 302-378-8082 or via email at jgoodyear@townsend.delaware.gov

All bids are required to be sealed and identified on the outside refencing the bid as they will be kept sealed until the close of the bidding timeframe.

Below you will find the RFP outlining the expectations and requests for the project:

RFP- Police Station- Final 

Police Bid Meeting Note- 2.5.25

Police Station Building 2