26B-009 NE 58TH AVE resurface project, TIP080454 (from E HWY 326 to NE 90TH street road)

Marion County, Florida is soliciting bids for the 26B-009 NE 58th Ave Resurface Project (TIP080454), a comprehensive roadway improvement initiative spanning 3.09 miles from E Highway 326 to NE 90th Street Road. The project scope includes reclaiming and widening the existing roadway, resurfacing pavement, sodding shoulders, removing and adding cross drain and end treatments, constructing driveways and side road aprons, and installing/re-striping pavement markings. Bidders must submit comprehensive proposals that demonstrate technical capability, experience with similar infrastructure projects, and compliance with Florida Department of Transportation regulations. The solicitation requires contractors to provide a Drug-Free Workplace Certification, submit at least three references for similar work, complete a vendor information form, and disclose all subcontractors and suppliers. Critical procurement dates include a bid posting on November 26, 2025, with proposals due by January 8, 2026. Evaluation criteria will likely include past project performance, technical qualifications, bid responsiveness, and adherence to project specifications detailed in the attached plans and standard general conditions.

The contract opportunity does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged business enterprises. Contractors must provide a bid bond or cashier's check as security, with potential financial penalties for non-compliance or failure to execute the contract. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the available documents, the comprehensive nature of the roadway improvement suggests a significant infrastructure investment. Bidders must demonstrate technical proficiency through the Similar Work Detail Form, which requires documentation of previous comparable transportation projects. The procurement process includes standard risk mitigation requirements such as a Drug-Free Workplace Program and mandatory disclosure of subcontractors. Interested firms must carefully review all attached documents, including the 69MB plans file and various supplementary forms, to ensure full compliance with Marion County's procurement requirements. Potential contractors should be prepared to provide comprehensive documentation of their qualifications, financial stability, and capability to complete the 3.09-mile roadway resurface project.