Bridge Repair Project Long Hollow Over Doe River

Carter County, Tennessee is soliciting proposals for a critical bridge repair project on Long Hollow Road over the Doe River, specifically addressing damage from a previous hurricane. The procurement is a unit price contract for comprehensive bridge rehabilitation, focusing on Abutment No. 2 and surrounding infrastructure, with work to be completed within 120 consecutive calendar days. The project requires a Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) prequalified contractor with a minimum of five years of continuous roadway and bridge construction experience. Proposals are due on October 30, 2025, at 10:00 A.M. EST, with a mandatory pre-proposal meeting scheduled via Microsoft Teams on October 22, 2025, at 11:00 A.M. EST. Key deliverables include micropile installation, load testing, abutment repair, drainage system improvements, and slope stabilization using specialized techniques like Flexamat. Contractors must provide a 5% proposal guaranty and a performance-payment bond for 100% of the total base proposal amount. Evaluation criteria will likely include technical expertise, previous experience with similar infrastructure projects, and compliance with federal and state specifications.

The project is funded through FEMA (Project No. 806100) and does not appear to have specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must demonstrate comprehensive insurance coverage, including $2 million in general liability, statutory workers' compensation, and $1 million in automobile liability. The project requires strict adherence to federal regulations including the Davis-Bacon Act, Clean Air Act, and provisions related to equal employment and anti-discrimination. While no incumbent vendors are explicitly mentioned, the total project cost is estimated at approximately $68,000, with bridge improvements accounting for roughly $45,000 and roadway improvements at $5,000. The engineering specifications indicate complex geological conditions, including limestone, dolomite, shale, and siltstone, which will require specialized geotechnical expertise. Contractors must follow TDOT Standard Design Guidelines, AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications, and provide detailed technical documentation for foundation installation and testing.