656_2024 2025 plant mix - primary

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is seeking bids for the 656_2024 2025 Plant Mix - Primary contract, which involves asphalt paving and related infrastructure work across various locations, specifically in King George County. This procurement requires electronic bid submissions through Bid Express and mandates contractor prequalification. The project encompasses substantial road construction activities, including 28,946 tons of asphalt concrete, 25,433 gallons of tack coat, rumble strip installation, pavement planing, traffic control, and pavement marking. Contractors must submit bids by 10:00 AM on January 10, 2025, following a weather-related delay from the original January 8 date. All bidder questions must be submitted through VDOT's Contractors Advertisement Bulletin Board (CABB) system, and bidders are required to provide a 5% bid bond with their proposal. The contract's completion date is set for November 21, 2025, with specific work restrictions, such as limitations on construction near schools during operating hours.

The procurement includes a 10% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation goal, demonstrating VDOT's commitment to supporting minority and small businesses in the contracting process. The contract incorporates Davis-Bacon Act wage rates, ensuring fair compensation for workers. Specific contract provisions include fuel price and asphalt material price adjustments to provide financial flexibility. Notable project quantities include 208,069 square yards of pavement planing (0-2 inches depth), 169,483 linear feet of pavement line marking, and 933 inlaid pavement markers. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed in the provided documents, the scope and complexity of the project suggest a significant infrastructure investment. Potential bidders must demonstrate technical capability, financial stability, and compliance with VDOT's prequalification requirements to be considered for this contract.