Summary

This is a Scope of Work document issued by the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) for a construction project involving the reconstruction and rehabilitation of pavement on State Highway 169 in Chippewa County, Minnesota. The project encompasses approximately 10.5 miles of roadway improvements, including milling and overlay of existing pavement, bridge approach work, ditch work, and associated appurtenances. The scope includes preparation of traffic control plans, utility coordination, and compliance with Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) requirements for stormwater management. Bidders are required to submit sealed proposals, with the contract awarded to the lowest responsible bidder. The project timeline includes a pre-bid site visit opportunity and specified contract commencement and completion dates with liquidated damages provisions for schedule delays.

The contract is a fixed-price competitive bid arrangement with payment terms structured around project completion milestones and final acceptance by MnDOT. Funding for this project is provided through MnDOT's capital improvement program and federal highway funds. The contractor must comply with prevailing wage requirements, bonding provisions, and insurance coverage as specified in the standard MnDOT contract documents. The project includes detailed specifications for materials, construction methods, and quality standards consistent with Minnesota Standard Specifications for Highway Construction. Additional requirements include environmental compliance, traffic management, and coordination with local authorities in Chippewa County.