168th Street East (SR-7 To B Street East) - CRP 5936

Pierce County Planning & Public Works is requesting bids on the improvement of 168th Street East from SR-7 to B Street East (CRP 5936) under a federal Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) grant, with bids due September 9, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. The project is subject to federal contracting requirements including nonsegregated facilities certification and non-collusion declarations.

The scope encompasses roadway widening to one through lane in each direction with a center turn lane between A Street South and B Street East; cement concrete curb, gutter, and sidewalks; bike lanes; on-street parking on the north side; enclosed storm drainage conveyance; stormwater treatment and infiltration facilities; street lighting; and traffic signal modifications at 168th Street East and B Street East. The proposal itemizes 82 line items covering preparation, grading, drainage, storm sewer, surfacing, hot mix asphalt, erosion control, and traffic control, priced on a unit-price basis with specified quantities. Line items include fixed-dollar price-adjustment provisions: $4,600 for compaction and $5,000 for asphalt cost adjustments.

Bidders must submit a proposal bond equal to five percent of the total bid and a Local Agency Subcontractor List identifying any direct subcontractors for structural steel, rebar, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical work as required by RCW 39.30.060. Contractors must hold valid Washington State licenses and provide Industrial Insurance and employment security information prior to award. Wage law compliance certification and recycled materials documentation are required. Contractors must provide firm demographics and DBE status.