2024 Asphalt Overlay County Road 162

Chaffee County, Colorado is seeking proposals for a 2024 Asphalt Overlay project on County Road 162, involving a 2-inch overlay of a 2-mile road section approximately 24 feet wide, totaling around 3,200 tons of asphalt. The project will commence at the intersection of County Road 162 and County Road 270, extending east towards Highway 285. Contractors are required to provide a lay down machine, compaction equipment, tack oil, distributer truck, and crew, while the county will supply hot asphalt material, handle asphalt delivery, and manage traffic control. Proposal submissions are due by April 30, 2024, at 4:00 PM MST, with the county desiring project completion by August 31, 2024, and potential commencement as early as July 1, 2024. Proposals must include a letter of interest, qualifications, project schedule, detailed budget, and a mark-up of the county contract. Evaluation criteria will focus on the thoroughness and responsiveness of the proposal, with the county reserving the right to reject any submissions.

The contract has a not-to-exceed price of $38,300.00, covering all work, materials, and potential project risks. Contractors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including commercial general liability (minimum $1,000,000 per person and $2,000,000 per occurrence), automobile liability ($1,000,000), and workers' compensation insurance. A performance and payment bond for the full contract price is also required. The county encourages the use of local laborers and subcontractors and emphasizes that Minority Business Enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit proposals without discrimination. All materials used in the project are exempt from state and local sales and use taxes. Potential bidders should note that the county is seeking a qualified contractor capable of meeting specific insurance requirements and demonstrating the ability to complete the road overlay project efficiently and effectively within the specified timeframe.