Bid Abstract.pdf

This Bid Abstract document presents the sealed bid results for ITB 26-25-214742, a paving project issued by the Alaska Railroad Corporation (ARRC) for work at the Clear Space Force Station crossing at ARRC Mile Post 392.9 in Clear, Alaska. The project scope includes removal of 300 square yards of existing pavement, installation of 50 tons of aggregate base course for the roadway, placement of 3,250 tons of aggregate base course for a temporary detour with installation and removal, placement of 68 tons of HMA Type 2 Class A asphalt, installation of 50 square yards of geotextile separation material, mobilization and demobilization services, traffic maintenance, and painted traffic markings including railroad crossing and stop bar symbols. The bid submission deadline was extended to July 21, 2026 at 3:00 p.m., with sealed bids received at the Alaska Railroad Corporation office in Anchorage. A non-mandatory site visit was scheduled for July 8, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. with pre-registration required by July 7, 2026. Work is anticipated to begin in early August 2026 with substantial completion by October 15, 2026 and final completion by October 30, 2026.

Three bids were received for this project, with total bid amounts of $656,111.00, $478,099.60, and $344,250.00. The low bidder submitted a total bid of $344,250.00, while Granite Construction Co. submitted a bid of $656,111.00. Significant price variations appear across line items, particularly for Aggregate Base Course Grading D-1 Detour ranging from $20.00 to $360.00 per ton and Geotextile Separation material ranging from $0.00 to $10.00 per square yard. Bidders were required to submit a 5 percent bid bond or cashier's check, a completed Construction Bid Form, a Contractor's Responsibility Questionnaire, and a Cost Schedule with unit prices. The apparent low bidder must submit a Subcontractor List within five working days of notification and a Site Health and Safety Plan at least 10 days prior to work commencement. Upon award, the contractor must provide certificates of insurance and payment and performance bonds each equal to 100 percent of the contract amount. Work is funded by ARRC and federal funding sources, and the contractor must comply with prevailing wage rates established by the Alaska Department of Labor and Davis-Bacon Act requirements, with certified weekly payrolls due within seven days of each payday.