897_2027 plant mix - secondary

The Virginia Department of Transportation is requesting bids on secondary road resurfacing under Order No. 897 (Contract ID CM827PMZ129267), with bids due July 22, 2026, and mandatory prequalification required. The scope covers 2027 plant mix asphalt resurfacing across multiple secondary routes in the Staunton District, including tack coat application (27,150 gallons), asphaltic concrete (21,928.1 tons), pavement markings (over 81,000 linear feet), flagger services, maintenance of traffic, and flexible pavement tie-in planing (15,055 square yards). Quantities are approximate and subject to adjustment based on Department budgetary constraints and predetermined route priorities.

All questions must be submitted through CABB (Contractors Advertisement Bulletin Board). Project completion is November 19, 2027. The contract includes a five percent bid bond requirement. Contractors must submit unit prices for all line items and acknowledge that VDOT will adjust quantities within its discretion. Price adjustments are available for asphalt materials and fuel costs; contractors may elect participation in fuel adjustment for eligible items.

Mandatory Small, Women-Owned, and Minority-owned Business (SWAM) participation applies, with required binding subcontract agreements. Prevailing wage requirements, drug-free workplace certification, and equal employment opportunity compliance are mandatory. Contractors must provide electronic weigh tickets for asphalt mixtures, conduct informal partnering meetings, comply with traffic maintenance protocols, employ certified flaggers, and adhere to Virginia Department of Transportation road and bridge specifications (2020 with 2022 amendments). Security requirements for portable changeable message signs and all referenced supplemental specifications and special provisions are binding.