Bridge and Approaches - SH-54 Over Otter Creek (260147) – Oklahoma Contract Opportunity

The Oklahoma Department of Transportation is requesting bids on bridge and approaches construction on State Highway 54 over Otter Creek, located 1.6 miles north of the SH-49 junction near Cooperton in Latimer County, with bids due June 11, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. (Proposal 260147, Call Order 125). Buy America and Build America requirements apply, with applicable waivers available under Special Provision 106-5.

The project scope encompasses clearing and grubbing, excavation, erosion control, sodding, vegetation management, bituminous paving, reinforced concrete pipe installation, bridge structure removal and reconstruction, traffic control systems, guardrail installation, and pavement markings over a 0.407-mile project length. The contractor must perform at least 30% of the contract amount using its own organization.

Contract time is estimated at 210 calendar days. The start date is flexible — contractors may begin anytime after Notice to Proceed but no later than November 2, 2026. An incentive schedule pays $3,000 per calendar day for early completion up to 45 days, and liquidated damages of $800 per day apply for contracts exceeding $200,000 but not exceeding $1,000,000 if substantial completion exceeds 190 calendar days. The DBE goal is zero for this proposal. Prevailing wage determinations per the Davis-Bacon Act apply, with varying rates by county and trade classification ranging from $9.54 to $17.33 per hour.

Proposals must be submitted electronically through Bid Express using AASHTOware Project Bids. The proposal document costs $50.00 plus tax; a proposal guaranty equal to 5% of the bid total is required. Questions are due May 29, 2026 to the ODOT pre-bid email address.

Bridge and Approaches - SH-54 Over Otter Creek

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