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2026 Ultra Thin Bonded Wearing Course Project Summary

This is a bidding document for the 2026 Ultra Thin Bonded Wearing Course project submitted by Herbert, Rowland & Grubic, Inc. on behalf of Upper Macungie Township in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. The project involves installation of an ultra-thin bonded wearing course (UTBWC) on approximately 40,860 square yards across five roadways: Star Road (3,050 SY), Dietrich Road (14,420 SY), Penn Drive (3,920 SY), Schantz Road (16,800 SY), and Sycamore Road (2,670 SY). Sealed bids will be received electronically via the PennBid Program until 9:00 AM on June 1, 2026, with results made available immediately after the bid opening. The project includes two bid options: Option 1 for UTBWC Gradation B installation and Option 2 for Nova Chip Type B installation, with associated pavement marking work including 4-inch yellow and white waterborne lines, thermoplastic markings, and 24-inch hatching. Work is scheduled to commence by October 1, 2026, with a one-year maintenance bond required upon project acceptance.

Bidders must submit 10 percent bid security payable to Upper Macungie Township in the form of a certified check or bid bond meeting PennDOT Publication 408 requirements. The successful bidder must provide Performance and Payment Bonds each equal to the contract price and maintain Commercial General Liability Insurance with minimum limits of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 general aggregate, as well as Workers' Compensation insurance with $1,000,000 limits. All bidders must be PennDOT Prequalified per PennDOT Publication 408 Section 102 and must provide documentation of completed ultra-thin bonded wearing course contracts from the past year, including project dates, size, owner, and contact information. The project includes utility protection, traffic control coordination per PennDOT Publication 213, resident notification requirements, and compliance with the Public Works Employment Verification Act (SB 637). A three-year warranty covers product delamination, excluding reflective cracking and base failure areas. The contract includes an escalator clause for bituminous material price adjustments for quantities of 100 tons or less.

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2026 ULTRA THIN BONDED WEARING

COURSE PROJECT

Submitted to: Upper Macungie Township ATTN: Robert Ibach, Jr.

8330 Schantz Road Breinigsville, PA 18031

[008621.0444]

1275 Glenlivet Drive, Suite 145 Allentown, PA 18106

304.284.9222 www.hrg-inc.com

Herbert, Rowland & Grubic, Inc.

Engineering | Planning | Infrastructure Solutions Submitted: May 13, 2026

BIDDING DOCUMENTS

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Invitation to Bid

2. PennDOT MS-944 Proposal and Contract

3. PennDOT MS-944 Attachment I

4. PennDOT MS-944 Instruction to Bidders

5. PennDOT MS-944 Attachment IA (Special Provisions)

6. Attachment 1B (List of Roadways and Project Maps)

7. Attachment 1C (Additional Specifications)

8. Attachment 1D (Public Works Employment Verification Form)

9. Attachment 2 PennDOT MS-944 Performance Bond

I 0. Attachment 3 PennDOT MS-944 Payment Bond

1I. Attachment 4 PennDOT Affidavit Re Accepting Provisions of the Workman's

Compensation Act

12. Maintenance Bond

13. PennDOT Anti Collusion Affidavit

14. Penn DOT Notice of Completion

15. PennDOT Certificate of Compliance

Upper Macungie Township will receive sealed bids electronically via the PennBid Program for the

2026 Ultra-Thin Bonded Wearing Course project for approximately 40,860 SY. Sealed bids will be received until 9:00 AM (prevailing time) on June 1, 2026. Bid results will be made available on

PennBid after the bid opening.

Copies of the Specifications/Bid Forms are available at no cost on PennBid

(https://pennbid.net/).

Each bid must be accompanied by Bid Security made payable to Upper Macungie Township in an amount of ten percent (10%) of the Bid price and in the form of a certified or bank check or a Bid

Bond issued by a surety meeting the requirements of PennDOT Pub. 408. The successful Bidder must furnish Performance and Payment Bonds each in an amount equal to the Contract Price and meeting PennDOT Pub. 408 Section 103.04 requirements. Bidders must be PennDOT Prequalified per PennDOT Pub. 408 Section 102. Upper Macungie Township reserves the right to waive any informality and to reject, any or all Bids.

Robert Ibach, Jr. - Township Manager

Upper Macungie Township

Advertise: Parkland Press; Wednesday, May 13, 2026

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

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2026 Ultra Thin Bonded Wearing Course

Watts, Randy Typewriter Upper Macungie Township

Watts, Randy Typewriter June 1, 2026

Watts, Randy Typewriter Jazmin Vazquez

Watts, Randy Typewriter 9:00 am

Watts, Randy Typewriter 8330 Schantz Rd

Watts, Randy Typewriter Breinigsville, PA 18031

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Watts, Randy Typewriter Upper Macungie Township - See Attachment 1B for the list of streets.

Watts, Randy Typewriter Contractor shall install an Ultra Thin Bonded Wearing Course, Gradation B, SRL-H, PG64-22, complete in place as per PennDOT specifications. Contractor will be responsible for traffic control PennDOT Publication 213. Contractor must notify affected residents in a format approved by the Township. Contractor is responsible for milling notches at all tie-in locations. This will be considered incidental to the UTBWC item.

Watts, Randy Typewriter This contract contains an escalator clause for the price adjustment of bituminous materials for small quantities. A small quantity is a contract that uses or indicates for placement of 100 tons or less of asphalt cement.

Watts, Randy Typewriter 9400-2301

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Watts, Randy Typewriter Ultra Thin Bonded Wearing

Watts, Randy Typewriter Course Gradation B

Watts, Randy Typewriter Base Bid

Watts, Randy Typewriter Bid Option 2 (Nova Chip)

Watts, Randy Typewriter 0962-1005

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Watts, Randy Typewriter 4" Yellow Lines Waterborne

Watts, Randy Typewriter 0962-1000

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Watts, Randy Typewriter 4" White Lines Waterborne

Watts, Randy Typewriter 0960-0101

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Watts, Randy Typewriter White "ONLY" Hot Thermo Leg.

Watts, Randy Typewriter 0960-0222

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Watts, Randy Typewriter White Hot Thermo "Right Arrow"

Watts, Randy Typewriter 0960-0224

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Watts, Randy Typewriter White Hot Thermo "Left Arrow"

Watts, Randy Typewriter 0960-0021

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Watts, Randy Typewriter 24" White Hot Thermo

Watts, Randy Typewriter 23,390

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Watts, Randy Typewriter Bid Option 1 (UTBWC)

Watts, Randy Typewriter 0962-1005

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Watts, Randy Typewriter A one year Maintenance Bond is provided to the Township upon acceptance of the project. Payment will not be released prior to Township receiving the bond (100% year 1) Contractor will be responsible for adjustment of all affected utilities on project.

See Attachment #1C for additional requirements.

See Attachment #1D for the Public Works Verification Act requirements and form.

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Scott Faust 610-395-4892 ext.119

Attachment 1B

List of Streets for 2026 Ultra-Thin Bonded Wearing Course

1. Star Road 3,050 SY

2. Dietrich Road 14,420 SY

TOTAL 17,470 SY

Nova Chip

3. Penn Drive (Rt. 100 to dead end) 3,920 SY

4. Schantz Road (Rt. 100 to Industrial Blvd) 16,800 SY

5. Sycamore Road 2,670 SY

TOTAL 23,390 SY

CUMULATIVE TOTAL 40,860 SY

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ATTACHMENT #1C

2026 ULTRA THIN BONDED WEARING COURSE PROJECT

The Township reserves the right to reject any and all bids without explanation.

QUALIFICATIONS OF BIDDERS:

Bid will be awarded to the lowest RESPONSIBLE bidder. This determination will be made by Upper

Macungie Township. Bidders shall list completed ultra-thin bonded wearing course contracts completed within the last year with dates of completion, size of project, owner and contact person.

NOTIFICATION AND COORDINATION OF WORK:

The Contractor shall obtain approval from the Township for all door hangars and signs being posted on homes and/or in developments prior to posting any such notifications. The door hangers shall explain which street will be closed (date), a brief description of the work, and the Contractor's name and a current telephone number.

The Contractor shall place door hangers at all residences at least 48 hours prior to starting any application of oil on the streets. If a street must be re-posted, the Contractor shall re-notify the residents by placing new door hangers.

The Contractor shall provide and post Work Zone and/or Road Closed signs and Work Zone Traffic Control in accordance with PennDOT Publication 213, latest edition on all subject roads at, prior to, and during any application of oil on the streets.

The Contractor will supply traffic control, any required flaggers and warning signs- including but not limited to barricades needed to protect the uncured surface from all types of traffic. Detours must be coordinated with the Township at least two weeks prior to the installation. The Contractor shall be responsible for removing all traffic control and warning signs when appropriate.

The Contractor shall notify the Township a minimum of 72 hours prior to commencing any work in order to properly coordinate the total operation.

The Contractor shall update the Township Road Crew Chief daily or as appropriate and provide current contact information.

The Contractor shall be responsible to address resident complaints, whether received by the Township or the Contractor. The Contractor shall inform the Township of any communication with residents during the process of resolving any resident complaints.

The Contractor shall provide the Township with an email address for communication of damage claims.

MAINTENANCE BOND:

A one year, 100 percent Maintenance Bond shall be submitted to Upper Macungie Township upon acceptance of the project. This bond will be used to enforce the warranty, if necessary. Payment will not be released prior to receipt of the Maintenance Bond.

Attachment #1C 2026 Ultra-Thin Bonded Wearing Course

UTILITY AND ADJACENT AREA PROTECTION:

All utilities, such as water valve covers, gas valve covers, manhole covers, storm sewer inlets, etc. shall be protected by the Contractor in order to prevent any build-up of material on them.

Care shall be taken to ensure straight lines along curbs and shoulders. No runoff on these areas will be permitted. Lines at intersections will be kept straight to provide a good appearance. The Contractor shall seal one inch (1") on the face of the curb above the gutter line.

ULTRA THIN BONDED WEARING COURSE:

Contractor shall install Ultra-Thin Bonded Wearing Course (Nova Chip), Gradation B, SRL H, per PennDOT standards. All mix designs must be PennDOT approved prior to pavement installation. Confirmation of the approved mix design shall be submitted to the Township's Director of Public Works prior to the installation.

Onsite inspector has the authority to reject loads of material not meeting the PennDOT specifications.

Quantities listed are estimates and shall be verified at the discretion of the Contractor. Micro-Deval (MD) shall not exceed 18%. Waiving of this requirement shall not be permitted.

MILLING PAVING NOTCHES

Contractor shall mill all side streets and start and stop locations to provide a smooth transition. This work will be considered incidental to the UTBWC item.

PAVEMENT MARKING REMOVAL:

Prior to the placement of the ultra-thin bonded wearing course, if applicable, the existing HOT Thermoplastic pavement markings, symbols and transverse gore markings shall be milled off to ensure proper adhesion of the UTFC material to· the existing surface. Pavement marking removal shall be considered incidental to the UTBWC item.

PAVEMENT MARKING:

Upon completion of the ultra-thin bonded wearing course placement, if applicable, all legends and 24" hatching, 24" stop bars and 6" crosswalks where applicable shall be placed with HOT Thermoplastic material per PennDOT

Publication 408 and all longitudinal pavement markings shall be placed per PennDOT Publication 408.

Road striping shall be placed as described below and be placed per PennDOT Publication 111. The

Contractor is responsible for verifying all lane widths and line breaks where necessary in the striping.

WARRANTY:

Should any product delamination occur within three years from the original application date, the Contractor will be responsible for reapplying ultra-thin bonded wearing course to those areas at no additional cost to the Municipality. This warranty does not include areas of reflective cracking or where roadway base failure is evident prior to or following the ultra-thin bonded wearing course application.

BILLING:

The Contractor shall provide a breakdown of the quantity billed as square yards by street name.

Attachment #1C 2026 Ultra-Thin Bonded Wearing Course

INSURANCE:

The successful bidder shall be required to provide the Township Certificates of Insurance with the following language:

"Upper Macungie Township, its officers, appointees, agents, independent contractors and assigns, including but not limited to the Township's Engineers and Solicitors, Inspectors and Zoning Officer, as hereinabove defined as additional insured (on a primary noncontributory basis with full waiver of subrogation on all insurance). The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Transportation and

Herbert, Rowland, & Grubic, Inc. shall also be additional insureds."

MINIMUM LIMITS OF LIABILITY:

The Subcontractor must maintain the required insurance with a carrier rated - or better by A. M. Best. The

Subcontractor shall maintain at least the limits of liability as set forth below:

Commercial General Liability Insurance

$1,000,000 Each Occurrence Limit (Bodily Injury and Property Damage) $2,000,000 General Aggregate per Project

$2,000,000 Products & Completed Operations Aggregate

$1,000,000 Personal and Advertising Injury Limit

Business or Commercial Automobile Liability Insurance

$1,000,000 combined single limit per accident

Workers' Compensation and Employers' Liability Insurance

$1,000,000 Each Accident

$1,000,000 Each Employee for Injury by Disease

$1,000,000 Aggregate for Injury by Disease

Excess or Umbrella Liability (to go over Employer's Liability, Automobile Liability and Commercial Liability coverages)

$1,000,000 occurrence/aggregate

ATTACHMENT# 1D

PUBLIC WORKS EMPLOYEES VERIFICATION ACT

In accordance with the Department of General Services, Public Works Employment Verification Act- SB 637

(Act 127-2012), all Contractors and Subcontractors as a precondition to receiving a Contract on Public

Works Projects (defined under the Prevailing Wage Act) are to submit employee verification forms to the public body (Authority). Public Works Contractors and every Subcontractor performing work under a Public

Works Contract shall utilize the EVP System to verify the employment eligibility of each new employee hired after January 01, 2013, and submit the EVP form to the Authority to ensure compliance with the Act.

1. General requirements for public works contractors and subcontractors

(a) Public works contractors and every subcontractor performing work under public works contract shall utilize EVP system to verify the employment eligibility of each new employee hired after

January 1, 2013.

(b) Public works contractors and every subcontractor performing work under public works contracts shall submit the Form to the contracting public body to ensure compliance with the act.

(c) In addition to the Form, public works contractors and every subcontractor shall maintain documentation of continued compliance with the act by utilizing the EVP for new employees hired throughout the duration of the public works contract.

2. Specific requirements for public works contractors

(a) As a precondition to the award of a contract for public work, a public works contractor shall submit a completed Form to the public body that is bidding and awarding the public work contract. With respect to the contract that has been awarded but has not been fully executed as of January 1, 2013, a public works contractor is required to submit a completed Form to the contracting public body prior to contract execution. During a public works contract, a new employee hired by a public works contractor, regardless of whether he will be working onsite or offsite of a public work or otherwise, shall be verified within 5 business days of his start date.

(b) Subcontracts between a public works contractor and its subcontractors contains notification of the applicability of the act, information regarding the use of EVP and reference to the

Department's web site at www.dgs.state.pa.us to obtain a copy of the Form.

(c) A public works contractor shall cooperate with the Department during investigation or audit arising under the act.

3. Specific requirements for public works subcontractors

(a) Prior to beginning either onsite or offsite work on a public works project when the public works contractor's contract was executed after January 1, 2013, every subcontractor shall submit a complete Form to the contracting public body. During public works contract, a new employee hired by a public works subcontractor, regardless of whether he will be working onsite or offsite of a public work or otherwise, shall be verified within 5 business days of his start date.

(b) Subcontracts between a subcontractor and its subcontractors contains notification of the applicability of the act, information regarding the use of EVP and reference to the Department's web site at www.dgs.state.pa.us to obtain a copy of the Form.

(c) A subcontractor shall cooperate with the Department during investigation or audit arising under the act.

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MAINTENANCE BOND

KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, that we ____________________________________

________________________________________as Principal and ________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________ as Surety, are held firmly bound unto the ______________TOWNSHIP OF UPPER MACUNGIE________________ as

Obligee, in the full and just sum of _________________________________________________________

_________________Dollars ($______________), for the payment of which sum, well and truly to be made, we bind ourselves, our heirs, executors, administrators, successors and assigns, jointly and severally, firmly by these presents.

WHEREAS, the said Principal entered into a Contract with _______________________________

____________________________________________________________ dated ____________________

_______________ for ___________________________________________________________________

WHEREAS, the Contract provides that the Principal will furnish a bond conditioned to guarantee against all defects in workmanship and materials which may become apparent or are discovered during the period of ____1____ year(s) from after the approval of the final estimate on said job.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CONDITION OF THIS OBLIGATION IS SUCH, that if within

________ year(s) from _________________________________________________________, the work done under the terms of said contract shall disclose poor workmanship in the execution of said work, and/or the carrying out of the terms of said Contract, or it shall appear that defective materials were furnished thereunder, then this obligation shall remain in full force and virtue, otherwise this instrument shall be void.

Principal

Attest

Surety

Lehigh

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Upper Macungie Township

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