Bridge Replacement Project

Maries County Commission is requesting sealed bids for bridge replacement project BRO-R063(11) on County Road 213 over Fly Creek, with bids due July 6, 2026 at 10:00 a.m., and construction not to begin before September 8, 2026. The DBE goal is 0 percent with no second-tier subcontracting permitted.

The scope includes demolition, grading, construction of a 3-span prestressed concrete I-girder bridge (33-39-33 feet), slope protection, asphalt surface roadway, guard rail installation, and incidental work. Contract documents are available for examination at the Maries County Clerk's Office (211 4th Street, Vienna, Missouri 65582), MECO Engineering Co. Inc., the Builders' Association website, and the E-Plan bidding portal; copies cost $150.00 from MECO Engineering Co. Inc.

Bidders must submit a certified or cashier's check or bid bond equal to not less than 5 percent of the total bid amount. Prime contractors must have a fully responsive contractor questionnaire on file with the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission at least seven days prior to bid opening. The prime contractor organization must perform not less than 30 percent of the total original contract price under Title 23 CFR 635.116(a). Contractors must comply with Missouri prevailing wage requirements under Section 290.210-.340, RSMo. All on-site employees must complete a 10-Hour OSHA construction safety program within 60 days of work commencement.

Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. No bids may be withdrawn for 60 days following the bid submission deadline. The Maries County Commission reserves the right to reject any and all bids and waive any informalities.

Sealed proposals in hard copy format must be delivered to the County Clerk's Office; bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at the July 6 submission time.