53312-984 - CTH R (Trempealeau County Line – Barka Road) Mill & Fill

Eau Claire County is seeking bids for a comprehensive road improvement project (Project ID 53312-984) involving County Highway R, spanning 3.6 miles between the Trempealeau County Line and Barka Road. The procurement involves a mill and fill road construction initiative that includes 2" asphalt removal, base aggregate dense shouldering, HMA pavement with fiber reinforcement, and pavement marking. Bidders must be pre-qualified with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation or complete a Statement of Bidder's Qualifications to participate. The bid document specifies detailed technical requirements, including 68,260 square yards of asphalt surface removal, 860 tons of base aggregate, 4,550 gallons of tack coat, and 7,420 tons of HMA pavement with fiber reinforcement. The bid is scheduled to be due on October 6, 2025, at 10:30 a.m., with a contract completion date of November 14, 2025. Evaluation will be based on submitted unit prices and compliance with specified technical and regulatory standards.

The procurement has a 0% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise goal, indicating no specific set-aside requirements for minority or disadvantaged vendors. Bidders must provide a 10% proposal guaranty and submit a Certificate of Insurance demonstrating compliance with state regulations. Payment procedures will include a 10% retainage, with full payment issued upon completion and acceptance of work. The project will be funded through Eau Claire County, with the total project cost determined by the unit prices submitted by the winning bidder across various line items in the Schedule of Items. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the road improvement project suggests a significant infrastructure investment. Contractors will be required to adhere to standard specifications for highway construction and comply with all relevant state laws and regulations governing public works projects.