How to bid on the PATH Lakewood Trail construction for the City of Atlanta

What the City of Atlanta is buying

The City of Atlanta is seeking proposals to construct a paved shared-use path. This project, known as the PATH Lakewood Trail, will connect the Southside Beltline Trail to the Southtowne Trail at South Bend Park.

The construction will be completed in two phases. Phase one extends from the Southside Trail to Pryor Road at Meldon Avenue. Phase two will continue from Pryor Road at Meldon Avenue to the Southtowne Trail at South Bend Park.

Key dates and deadlines

This Request for Proposals (RFP) was published on August 17, 2026. The deadline for submissions is September 14, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. All proposals must be submitted by this time.

An optional pre-bid meeting will be held on August 20, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. This meeting will take place via webinar.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for construction firms with experience in building paved shared-use paths or similar infrastructure projects. Vendors specializing in trail construction, civil engineering, or public works projects would find this relevant. The project falls under the construction category.

How to respond

To access the full solicitation documents and learn how to respond, you need to view the original posting on the Georgia Procurement Registry (GPR). The posting is public, and no account is needed to view the documents.

Some Georgia events direct documents and responses to an external 'Event Link' (Team Georgia Marketplace). If this is the case for this solicitation, follow those instructions. Otherwise, submit your response as directed on the GPR posting before the September 14, 2026, 2:00 PM ET deadline. The point of contact for this solicitation is Bonnie Davis at [email protected].

Tips for a competitive response

When preparing your proposal, clearly outline your firm's experience with similar trail construction or shared-use path projects. Provide specific examples of past work, highlighting successful completion of multi-phase projects or those involving connections between existing infrastructure.

Pay close attention to all requirements outlined in the RFP documents. Ensure your proposal addresses both phases of the project, demonstrating a clear understanding of the scope for each. If you attend the optional pre-bid meeting, use it to clarify any ambiguities and gain insights that can strengthen your response.