Centerline Stripe Removal in Osage County US 50 (through Linn, MO)

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) Central District is seeking bids for a centerline stripe removal project on US 50 in Osage County, specifically through the city of Linn, MO. The project requires a contractor to remove the centerline stripe using water blast method on a specific 100-foot segment of roadway, beginning 100 feet west of 5th Street and ending 100 feet east of 12th Street. The contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary traffic control and must adhere to strict work hour restrictions, which prohibit work between 8:00-9:00 AM and 3:00-4:00 PM during school sessions. The work is scheduled to be completed following a shoulder repair project by MoDOT crews in September 2017. The solicitation period runs from July 20, 2017, to July 27, 2017, with quotes due by 11:00 AM CDT on July 27, 2017. Vendors must be registered in the MissouriBUYS system to access full terms and conditions, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest and best responsive bidder that meets all mandatory specifications and requirements.

The procurement encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE), with specific goals of 10% MBE and 5% WBE participation. Contractors must comply with prevailing wage requirements under Chapter 290 RSMo and provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including commercial general liability ($500,000 per person/$3,000,000 per occurrence), automobile liability with the same limits, and workers compensation insurance. Additionally, all contractors and employees must complete a ten-hour OSHA construction safety program before beginning work. The project will be structured as a lump sum bid with two line items: centerline stripe removal using water blasting and traffic control. While no specific budget range is mentioned, the contract includes net 30-day payment terms and is funded through state and local sources. Vendors must also demonstrate compliance with the E-Verify program and provide documentation of their participation.