Bridge Waterproof Seal - I-35/I-40/I-44/I-240/SH-51

The Oklahoma Department of Transportation is requesting bids on a bridge waterproof seal project across I-35, I-40, I-44, I-240, and SH-51 in District IV, with bids due June 11, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. via Bid Express. This is a federal-aid project (STP-255F(738)PM, 24238(16), Call Order 145) subject to Buy America and Build America requirements and Davis-Bacon prevailing wage compliance.

The scope includes applying water repellent sealant to ten bridges located over N.E. 63rd Street, Pole Road, S.W. 74th Street, Anderson Road, and Unnamed Creek. Work items comprise approximately 21,262 square yards of performance-tested water repellent application, 19,568 linear feet of sealer crack preparation, 154.2 gallons of sealer resin, traffic control, and plural-component pavement markings with glass bead retroreflection. The DBE goal for this project is zero percent. All bids must include a 5 percent proposal guaranty. Prevailing wage determinations OK20260015 and OK20260021 apply; contractors must comply with Davis-Bacon Act requirements and submit subcontracts for departmental review and approval prior to subcontractor performance.

The estimated contract time is 60 calendar days, with flexible notice to proceed allowing work to commence any time after issuance but no later than November 2, 2026. Liquidated damages are assessed daily from $300 to $1,800 depending on total bid value. The Department will execute the contract within fourteen working days of award; the contractor must return the fully executed contract within ten working days of award. Bidding proposals are available beginning May 21, 2026 at $50.00 plus tax, with proposal issuance deadline June 10, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. All bids require Non-Collusive Bidding Certification and an unsworn statement under penalty of perjury. Prompt payment reporting through AASHTOWare Project Civil Rights & Labor software is mandatory.