How to bid on Downtown Lawrenceville Streetscape for the City of Lawrenceville

What the City of Lawrenceville is buying

The City of Lawrenceville is looking for a general contractor for the Downtown Lawrenceville Streetscape project. This work involves significant night construction, from 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM, and includes installing pedestrian and decorative lighting, demolition of existing structures, managing traffic control, and performing curb, gutter, and sidewalk work. Firms with experience in urban infrastructure projects, especially those requiring night operations, should consider this opportunity.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

Bids are due by 2:00 PM local time on Thursday, September 3, 2026. Bids must be submitted to the Lawrenceville Finance Office, 70 S. Clayton Street, Main Level, Room M46A, Lawrenceville, Georgia 30046. Any bid received after 2:00 PM will not be accepted. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud immediately after the deadline.

An optional pre-bid meeting will be held on August 18, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET at Lawrenceville City Hall, 4th Floor Council Chambers, 70 South Clayton Street, Lawrenceville. Attending this meeting can provide valuable insights, though it is not mandatory.

Who this opportunity suits

This solicitation is suitable for general contractors with expertise in municipal construction, particularly streetscape improvements. Firms with experience in night construction, electrical infrastructure for public lighting, demolition, traffic management, and concrete work (curb, gutter, and sidewalks) will find this project aligns with their capabilities. The project requires adherence to Gwinnett County and GDOT Standards.

How to respond

To access the full solicitation documents, click the “View original source” link. This will take you to the Georgia Procurement Registry (GPR) posting for Event PE-66751-NONST-2027-000000103. You can view the posting and its associated documents without needing an account.

Once you have reviewed the documents, prepare your sealed bid. Ensure the bid envelope is clearly marked on the outside with the Bid Number, your company's name, and the date and time of opening. Submit your sealed bid to the Lawrenceville Finance Office at the address provided before the September 3, 2026, 2:00 PM deadline.

Practical tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review all plans and specifications, paying close attention to the requirement for night work and all associated costs. Ensure your bid clearly accounts for traffic control, lighting, labor, and equipment needed for construction between 9:00 PM and 5:00 AM.

Detail your experience with similar projects, especially those involving pedestrian and decorative lighting, demolition in urban settings, and adherence to specific county or state standards like Gwinnett County/GDOT. Highlight your firm's capacity to manage complex logistics and ensure public safety during night operations.

Double-check all submission requirements, including how the bid envelope should be marked. Submitting a complete and correctly formatted bid by the deadline is crucial for consideration. If you have questions, contact Kenneth Morris at [email protected] well before the deadline.