Riverside Drive Soil Slope

Background

The City of Chattanooga, Tennessee, is undertaking the Riverside Drive Soil Slope project to address the failure of a stacked stone retaining wall that supports a widened landing area along the Tennessee Riverwalk. The goal is to demolish the failing wall and replace it with a properly graded soil slope to ensure long-term stability and adequate drainage.

Work Details

The scope of work includes: 1. Removal of the existing stone retaining wall and associated materials down to 12 inches below final grade. 2. Excavation and grading of the exposed area to form a properly compacted soil slope designed for stability and drainage. 3. Installation of Bermuda sod in September, with recommendations for temporary seeding during winter months if necessary. 4. Removal of existing shrubs in front of the wall, with only a smaller tree (Willow Oak 'Hightower') needing replacement after demolition. 5. Relocation of utilities as specified, including moving an electric pull box and capping a water meter without relocation. 6. Installation of round steel pipe/tube handrails with a silver metallic finish as per Parks and Recreation preferences.

Period of Performance

The project is expected to commence upon contract award and will be completed by June 8, 2026.

Place of Performance

The work will be performed at Riverside Drive along the Tennessee Riverwalk in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Bidder Requirements

Bidders must acknowledge receipt of all addenda on their bid forms and are required to have experience with similar projects involving slope stabilization and utility relocation.